Players like Rani Khedira
CDM/CM1. FC Union Berlin · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRani Khedira's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rani Khedira are Rafael Brito, Joffrey Bultel, Giulio Maggiore. Doppel rates Rafael Brito (Casa Pia) a 77/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Joffrey Bultel scores 78/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Rani Khedira is a goal-scoring defensive midfielder, adept at making crucial contributions in the final third while providing solid defensive cover. His impressive finishing and ability to clear danger highlight his dual threat on the pitch, making him a valuable asset for Union Berlin. With only a few games missed in the last three seasons, Khedira's durability adds to his reliability, although his passing accuracy in the final third could use improvement to elevate his overall effectiveness.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Clearances, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rani Khedira
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rafael Britosimilar↗ | Casa Pia | 24 | €600k | 93 | 77 |
| 2 | Joffrey Bultelsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €400k | 90 | 78 |
| 3 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Salernitana | 28 | €500k | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Kasper Davidsensimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 21 | €2.6m | 90 | 78 |
| 5 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Everson Juniorsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 23 | €1.1m | 87 | 77 |
| 7 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 87 | 79 |
| 8 | Jack Hinshelwoodsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 21 | €27m | 86 | 78 |
| 9 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 86 | 78 |
| 10 | Zico Buurmeestersimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 24 | €1.3m | 86 | 77 |
| 11 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 86 | 78 |
| 12 | Casper Nielsensimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 32 | €1.4m | 85 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rani Khedira
≈ 100% Rani Khedira · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Clearances /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Rani Khedira · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Rani Khedira · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rani Khedira?
By Doppel's fit score, Rafael Brito (Casa Pia) is the closest profile to Rani Khedira, with a 77/100 overall match. Joffrey Bultel and Giulio Maggiore are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rani Khedira?
Yes. Joffrey Bultel (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rani Khedira?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rani Khedira's 2025/26 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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