Players like Xavi Simons
CAM/CMTottenham Hotspur · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitXavi Simons's profile ↗
The players most similar to Xavi Simons are Fermín López, Rémy Cabella, Isco. Doppel rates Fermín López (FC Barcelona) a 85/100 overall match — 97/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Teji Savanier scores 87/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of September 2026.
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Xavi Simons is a dynamic attacking midfielder, showcasing a blend of creativity and goal-scoring prowess that makes him a standout in the top 3% of his positional peers. With an eye for key passes and a knack for successful dribbles, he consistently creates opportunities, contributing to 19 goals this season alone. While his defensive metrics may not shine, his offensive impact is undeniable, although his injury history raises concerns about reliability.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Key passes, Shots. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Xavi Simons
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fermín Lópezsimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 23 | €103m | 97 | 85 |
| 2 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Lille | 36 | €1.2m | 96 | 87 |
| 3 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 96 | 87 |
| 4 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 95 | 87 |
| 5 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 95 | 88 |
| 6 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 95 | 87 |
| 7 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 94 | 85 |
| 8 | Nico Pazsimilar↗ | Como | 22 | €86m | 94 | 85 |
| 9 | Charles De Ketelaeresimilar↗ | Atalanta | 25 | €27m | 94 | 85 |
| 10 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 94 | 85 |
| 11 | Arda Gülersimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €87m | 94 | 85 |
| 12 | Matías Soulésimilar↗ | Frosinone | 23 | €36m | 94 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Xavi Simons
≈ 100% Xavi Simons · strong: Big chances created, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Xavi Simons · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Xavi Simons · strong: Successful dribbles, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Key passes /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Xavi Simons?
By Doppel's fit score, Fermín López (FC Barcelona) is the closest profile to Xavi Simons, with a 85/100 overall match. Rémy Cabella and Isco are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Xavi Simons?
Yes. Teji Savanier (Montpellier) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 87/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Xavi Simons?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Xavi Simons's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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