Players like Julian Brandt
CAM/CMAFC Ajax · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJulian Brandt's profile ↗
The players most similar to Julian Brandt are Rodrigo Zalazar, Kenan Yıldız, Giorgian de Arrascaeta. Doppel rates Rodrigo Zalazar (Sporting Braga) a 85/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Calvin Stengs scores 87/100 at about €4.8m. Data as of October 2026.
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Julian Brandt is a dynamic attacking midfielder with a knack for creating opportunities and influencing play in the final third. Ranking in the top 13% of his peers, he excels at generating big chances and key passes, showcasing his vision and technical ability. With only 11 games missed in three seasons, Brandt proves to be a durable asset, consistently driving forward and winning possession in advanced areas, though his defensive contributions in duels may not be his strongest suit.
Strengths: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third, Key passes. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Julian Brandt
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rodrigo Zalazarsimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 27 | €32m | 96 | 85 |
| 2 | Kenan Yıldızsimilar↗ | Juventus | 21 | €72m | 95 | 87 |
| 3 | Giorgian de Arrascaetasimilar↗ | Flamengo | 32 | €15m | 95 | 84 |
| 4 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 94 | 86 |
| 5 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €13m | 94 | 85 |
| 6 | Calvin Stengssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €4.8m | 94 | 87 |
| 7 | Charles De Ketelaeresimilar↗ | Atalanta | 25 | €32m | 94 | 85 |
| 8 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 93 | 86 |
| 9 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | €43m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 93 | 85 |
| 11 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €1.8m | 93 | 86 |
| 12 | Brajan Grudasimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 22 | €29m | 93 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Julian Brandt
≈ 100% Julian Brandt · strong: xG + xA, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Julian Brandt · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Julian Brandt · strong: Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Julian Brandt?
Statistically, Rodrigo Zalazar (Sporting Braga) is the closest look-alike to Julian Brandt — a 85/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Julian Brandt?
By Doppel's fit score, Rodrigo Zalazar (Sporting Braga) is the closest profile to Julian Brandt, with a 85/100 overall match. Kenan Yıldız and Giorgian de Arrascaeta are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Julian Brandt?
Yes. Calvin Stengs (AZ Alkmaar) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 87/100 at roughly €4.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Julian Brandt?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Julian Brandt'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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