Players like Philipp Sander
CM/CDM/CBBorussia M'gladbach · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPhilipp Sander's profile ↗
The players most similar to Philipp Sander are Ozan Kabak, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Enric Llansana. Doppel rates Ozan Kabak (TSG Hoffenheim) a 81/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Enric Llansana scores 85/100 at about €2.1m. Data as of October 2026.
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Philipp Sander is a tenacious defensive midfielder known for his aggressive tackling and exceptional interception skills, ranking in the top 3% among his peers. With a solid Sofascore rating, he consistently showcases his reliability and durability, missing only 15 games over the last three seasons. While he may not be a primary creator, his ability to dominate duels and win aerial battles makes him a crucial asset in breaking up opposition play and providing stability in midfield.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Touches, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Philipp Sander
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Takehiro Tomiyasusimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 28 | €5.4m | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Juan Foythsimilar↗ | Villarreal | 28 | €8.6m | 92 | 81 |
| 6 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Arsenal | 24 | €46m | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Terry Devlinsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 23 | €3.9m | 91 | 81 |
| 10 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 91 | 82 |
| 11 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Philipp Sander
≈ 100% Philipp Sander · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Philipp Sander · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Philipp Sander · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Philipp Sander?
Statistically, Ozan Kabak (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest look-alike to Philipp Sander — a 81/100 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 Philipp Sander?
By Doppel's fit score, Ozan Kabak (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest profile to Philipp Sander, with a 81/100 overall match. Takehiro Tomiyasu and Enric Llansana are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Philipp Sander?
Yes. Enric Llansana (RSC Anderlecht) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Philipp Sander?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Philipp Sander's 2025/26 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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