Players like Marcel Sabitzer
CM/CDM/LWBorussia Dortmund · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarcel Sabitzer's profile ↗
The players most similar to Marcel Sabitzer are Sydie Peck, Vincent Sierro, Kartal Kayra Yılmaz. Doppel rates Sydie Peck (Sheffield United) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kartal Kayra Yılmaz scores 81/100 at about €2.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Marcel Sabitzer is a dynamic central midfielder known for his ability to influence the game through goal contributions and accurate passing in the final third. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 15% of his peers, he showcases a strong offensive presence, averaging impressive shots and touches per 90 minutes. However, his aerial duel statistics indicate a need for improvement in that area. Despite facing some injury setbacks, his durability this season has been a positive, making him a reliable asset for Borussia Dortmund.
Strengths: Shots, Touches, Sofascore rating. Availability: 25 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Marcel Sabitzer
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €2.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Rihito Yamamotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €7.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 25 | €29m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 88 | 80 |
| 12 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marcel Sabitzer
≈ 100% Marcel Sabitzer · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Marcel Sabitzer · strong: Possession won in att. third, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Touches /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Marcel Sabitzer · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Marcel Sabitzer?
Statistically, Sydie Peck (Sheffield United) is the closest look-alike to Marcel Sabitzer — a 83/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Marcel Sabitzer?
By Doppel's fit score, Sydie Peck (Sheffield United) is the closest profile to Marcel Sabitzer, with a 83/100 overall match. Vincent Sierro and Kartal Kayra Yılmaz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Marcel Sabitzer?
Yes. Kartal Kayra Yılmaz (Beşiktaş JK) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €2.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Marcel Sabitzer?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Marcel Sabitzer's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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