Players like Adam Wharton
CM/CDMBlackburn Rovers · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAdam Wharton's profile ↗
The players most similar to Adam Wharton are Bruno Fernandes, Enzo Le Fée, Mikkel Damsgaard. Doppel rates Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United) a 85/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matúš Bero scores 85/100 at about €900k. Data as of September 2026.
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Adam Wharton is a creative deep-lying playmaker, showcasing elite vision and passing ability from the midfield. With a Sofascore rating in the top 22% of his peers, he excels in generating big chances and key passes, making him a vital asset in transition and build-up play. While his injury record raises concerns about availability, his contributions when fit highlight his potential to influence matches significantly.
Strengths: Big chances created, Key passes, xG + xA. Availability: 24 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Adam Wharton
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bruno Fernandessimilar↗ | Manchester United | 32 | €32m | 95 | 85 |
| 2 | Enzo Le Féesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 26 | €26m | 95 | 86 |
| 3 | Mikkel Damsgaardsimilar↗ | Brentford | 26 | €29m | 95 | 85 |
| 4 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 94 | 87 |
| 5 | Adrien Thomassonsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €4.3m | 94 | 85 |
| 6 | Lucas Paquetásimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €36m | 94 | 84 |
| 7 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 94 | 85 |
| 8 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 93 | 87 |
| 10 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 28 | €19m | 93 | 84 |
| 11 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 93 | 84 |
| 12 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Adam Wharton
≈ 100% Adam Wharton · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Adam Wharton · strong: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Adam Wharton · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Adam Wharton?
By Doppel's fit score, Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United) is the closest profile to Adam Wharton, with a 85/100 overall match. Enzo Le Fée and Mikkel Damsgaard are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Adam Wharton?
Yes. Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Adam Wharton?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Adam Wharton'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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