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 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, James Ward-Prowse scores 87/100 at about €4.5m. Data as of September 2026.
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Hakan Çalhanoğlu is a dynamic central midfielder known for his playmaking prowess and ability to dictate the tempo of the game. With a top 1% Sofascore rating among his positional peers, he excels in delivering accurate long balls and crosses, while also contributing significantly to goal-scoring with 13 goals this season. Although he has faced some injury challenges in recent years, his overall quality and impact on the pitch make him a vital asset for Inter.
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 | 86 |
| 2 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 94 | 87 |
| 3 | Dominik Szoboszlaisimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 26 | €91m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Enzo Fernándezsimilar↗ | Chelsea | 25 | €87m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Bruno Fernandessimilar↗ | Manchester United | 32 | €32m | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 28 | €19m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Atalanta | 28 | €13m | 92 | 85 |
| 10 | Orkun Kökçüsimilar↗ | Benfica | 26 | €24m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 12 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 92 | 84 |
* 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 best replacement for Hakan Çalhanoğlu?
By Doppel's fit score, Joey Veerman (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest profile to Hakan Çalhanoğlu, with a 86/100 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 (West Ham United) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 87/100 at roughly €4.5m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Hakan Çalhanoğlu?
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