Players like Aleksandar Pavlović
CM/CDMFC Bayern München · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAleksandar Pavlović's profile ↗
The players most similar to Aleksandar Pavlović are Casemiro, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, James Ward-Prowse. Doppel rates Casemiro (Manchester United) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, James Ward-Prowse scores 85/100 at about €4.5m. Data as of October 2026.
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Aleksandar Pavlović is a sophisticated ball-playing midfielder, excelling in orchestrating play from deep with pinpoint accuracy. His elite ranking in the top 6% among peers underscores his exceptional ability to deliver precise final-third passes and long balls, making him a key asset in transitioning play. Although he has struggled with injuries, limiting his availability, his vision and technical prowess make him a standout talent in the heart of Bayern's midfield.
Strengths: Touches, Accurate final-third passes, Accurate long balls. Availability: 31 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Aleksandar Pavlović
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Hans Vanakensimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 34 | €4.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Orkun Kökçüsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €24m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 25 | €29m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Harvey Elliottsimilar↗ | Valencia | 23 | €21m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 30 | €900k | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Aleksandar Pavlović
≈ 100% Aleksandar Pavlović · strong: Non-penalty goals, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Aleksandar Pavlović · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Aleksandar Pavlović · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Aleksandar Pavlović?
Statistically, Casemiro (Manchester United) is the closest look-alike to Aleksandar Pavlović — a 83/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Aleksandar Pavlović?
By Doppel's fit score, Casemiro (Manchester United) is the closest profile to Aleksandar Pavlović, with a 83/100 overall match. Hakan Çalhanoğlu and James Ward-Prowse are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Aleksandar Pavlović?
Yes. James Ward-Prowse (Burnley) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €4.5m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Aleksandar Pavlović?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Aleksandar Pavlović'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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