Players like Weston McKennie
CAM/CM/RMJuventus · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitWeston McKennie's profile ↗
The players most similar to Weston McKennie are Mario Pašalić, Florian Sotoca, Ryan Merlen. Doppel rates Mario Pašalić (Atalanta) a 86/100 overall match — 97/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ryan Merlen scores 86/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Weston McKennie is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his ability to influence play in the final third. With a top 48% Sofascore rating among his peers, he excels in creating opportunities, boasting exceptional metrics in expected goals plus assists and accurate final-third passes. His aerial prowess further enhances his versatility, making him a reliable presence in midfield. While finishing isn't his strongest suit, his durability is evident, having missed just 7 games in the last three seasons.
Strengths: xG + xA, Accurate final-third passes, Aerial duels won. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Weston McKennie
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mario Pašalićsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 31 | €6.2m | 97 | 86 |
| 2 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 94 | 88 |
| 3 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Enzo Fernándezsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 25 | €97m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Christoph Baumgartnersimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 27 | €42m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Amad Diallosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 24 | €44m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €1.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Anthony Cacisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 29 | €6.8m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Chiedozie Ogbenesimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 29 | €3.7m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 92 | 86 |
| 12 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 92 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Weston McKennie
≈ 100% Weston McKennie · strong: xG + xA, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Weston McKennie · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Weston McKennie · strong: Accurate long balls, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Weston McKennie?
Statistically, Mario Pašalić (Atalanta) is the closest look-alike to Weston McKennie — a 86/100 profile match (97/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Weston McKennie?
By Doppel's fit score, Mario Pašalić (Atalanta) is the closest profile to Weston McKennie, with a 86/100 overall match. Florian Sotoca and Ryan Merlen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Weston McKennie?
Yes. Ryan Merlen (Sint-Truidense VV) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Weston McKennie?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Weston McKennie'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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