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, Rubén Alcaraz, Pepelu. Doppel rates Peer Koopmeiners (AZ Alkmaar) a 79/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rubén Alcaraz scores 78/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Oliver Norwood is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up opposition play and distributing the ball accurately over long distances. Despite being rated in the bottom tier of his positional peers, his durability shines through with zero games missed in the last three seasons. His strengths in tackles, interceptions, and long passes highlight his ability to control the midfield, making him a reliable presence for Sheffield United.
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 | 79 |
| 2 | Rubén Alcarazsimilar↗ | Granada | 35 | €300k | 91 | 78 |
| 3 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Leandro Paredessimilar↗ | Boca Juniors | 32 | €5.3m | 90 | 78 |
| 5 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Maximilian Arnoldsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 32 | €2.8m | 89 | 78 |
| 7 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Boca Juniors | 37 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 25 | €29m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Gerard Gumbausimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 32 | €1.2m | 87 | 79 |
| 12 | Nicolas Madsensimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 26 | €5.2m | 86 | 78 |
* 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: Accurate long balls, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Oliver Norwood · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Oliver Norwood?
Statistically, Peer Koopmeiners (AZ Alkmaar) is the closest look-alike to Oliver Norwood — a 79/100 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 Oliver Norwood?
By Doppel's fit score, Peer Koopmeiners (AZ Alkmaar) is the closest profile to Oliver Norwood, with a 79/100 overall match. Rubén Alcaraz and Pepelu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Oliver Norwood?
Yes. Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) 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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