Players like Oliver Norwood
CM/CDMSheffield United · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitOliver Norwood's profile ↗
The players most similar to Oliver Norwood are Peer Koopmeiners, Lucas Robertone, Rubén Alcaraz. Doppel rates Peer Koopmeiners (AZ Alkmaar) a 80/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rubén Alcaraz scores 78/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Oliver Norwood is a reliable defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up play and distributing the ball from deep. His elite accuracy in long passes and impressive defensive metrics highlight his ability to control the game and shield the backline effectively. Despite a lower overall rating, his durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable presence in Sheffield United's midfield.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Tackles + interceptions, Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Oliver Norwood
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peer Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €13m | 92 | 80 |
| 2 | Lucas Robertonesimilar↗ | Almería | 29 | €1.9m | 91 | 78 |
| 3 | Rubén Alcarazsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 35 | €300k | 91 | 78 |
| 4 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Leandro Paredessimilar↗ | AS Roma | 32 | €5.3m | 90 | 78 |
| 6 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Maximilian Arnoldsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 32 | €2.8m | 89 | 78 |
| 8 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 37 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Gerard Gumbausimilar↗ | Granada | 32 | €1.2m | 87 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Oliver Norwood
≈ 100% Oliver Norwood · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Oliver Norwood · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Oliver Norwood · strong: Accurate long balls, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Oliver Norwood?
By Doppel's fit score, Peer Koopmeiners (AZ Alkmaar) is the closest profile to Oliver Norwood, with a 80/100 overall match. Lucas Robertone and Rubén Alcaraz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Oliver Norwood?
Yes. Rubén Alcaraz (Cádiz) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Oliver Norwood?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Oliver Norwood's 2023/24 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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