Players like Hakan Çalhanoğlu
CDM/CMInter · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitHakan Çalhanoğlu's profile ↗
The players most similar to Hakan Çalhanoğlu are Joey Veerman, James Ward-Prowse, Dominik Szoboszlai. Doppel rates Joey Veerman (PSV Eindhoven) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, James Ward-Prowse scores 87/100 at about €4.5m. Data as of October 2026.
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Hakan Çalhanoğlu is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for orchestrating play from deep, evidenced by his elite Sofascore rating in the top 1% of his peers. Known for his precise long balls and accurate crosses, he excels in creating goal-scoring opportunities, contributing significantly with 13 goals and 3 assists this season. While his dribbling may not be his strongest suit, his ability to dictate tempo and connect play makes him a vital asset, despite some injury concerns limiting his availability.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses. Availability: 37 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Hakan Çalhanoğlu
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 94 | 87 |
| 3 | Dominik Szoboszlaisimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 26 | €91m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Harvey Elliottsimilar↗ | Valencia | 23 | €21m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Enzo Fernándezsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 25 | €97m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Bruno Fernandessimilar↗ | Manchester United | 32 | €32m | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €19m | 93 | 84 |
| 10 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €13m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Orkun Kökçüsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €24m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Hakan Çalhanoğlu
≈ 100% Hakan Çalhanoğlu · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Hakan Çalhanoğlu · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Hakan Çalhanoğlu · strong: Accurate crosses, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Hakan Çalhanoğlu?
Statistically, Joey Veerman (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest look-alike to Hakan Çalhanoğlu — a 85/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Hakan Çalhanoğlu?
By Doppel's fit score, Joey Veerman (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest profile to Hakan Çalhanoğlu, with a 85/100 overall match. James Ward-Prowse and Dominik Szoboszlai are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Hakan Çalhanoğlu?
Yes. James Ward-Prowse (Burnley) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 87/100 at roughly €4.5m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Hakan Çalhanoğlu?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Hakan Çalhanoğlu'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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