Players like Iván Sánchez
RW/CMReal Valladolid · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitIván Sánchez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Iván Sánchez are Malik Tillman, Facundo Buonanotte, Désiré Doué. Doppel rates Malik Tillman (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) a 85/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Abdelkahar Kadri scores 83/100 at about €2.6m. Data as of October 2026.
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Iván Sánchez is a dynamic attacking midfielder and right winger, thriving as a creative playmaker with impressive dribbling and crossing abilities. With a Sofascore rating in the top 16% of his peers, he consistently generates opportunities, boasting top-tier metrics in successful dribbles, key passes, and big chances created. His durability stands out, having missed only three games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Accurate crosses, Big chances created. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Iván Sánchez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €27m | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 92 | 87 |
| 3 | Désiré Douésimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 21 | €124m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Yankuba Mintehsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 22 | €42m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Azzedine Ounahisimilar↗ | Girona FC | 26 | €10m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 90 | 86 |
| 9 | Lazar Samardžićsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 24 | €16m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Dilane Bakwasimilar↗ | Lille | 24 | €26m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Romain Del Castillosimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 30 | €6.4m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Iván Sánchez
≈ 100% Iván Sánchez · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Iván Sánchez · strong: Duels won, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Iván Sánchez · strong: Big chances created, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Successful dribbles /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Iván Sánchez?
Statistically, Malik Tillman (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is the closest look-alike to Iván Sánchez — a 85/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Iván Sánchez?
By Doppel's fit score, Malik Tillman (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is the closest profile to Iván Sánchez, with a 85/100 overall match. Facundo Buonanotte and Désiré Doué are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Iván Sánchez?
Yes. Abdelkahar Kadri (KAA Gent) plays a similar right winger role and rates 83/100 at roughly €2.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Iván Sánchez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Iván Sánchez's 2024/25 season, then ranks right wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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