Players like Gianluca Busio
CM/CDMVenezia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGianluca Busio's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gianluca Busio are James Ward-Prowse, Hans Vanaken, Kenneth Taylor. Doppel rates James Ward-Prowse (Burnley) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Qazim Laci scores 84/100 at about €2.9m. Data as of October 2026.
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Gianluca Busio is a dynamic central midfielder known for his playmaking abilities and goal-scoring threat. With a Sofascore rating in the top 4% of his peers, he excels in accurate final-third passing and aerial duels, showcasing his ability to influence games both creatively and defensively. While he may not dominate in tackles and interceptions, his reliability is evident, having missed only six games in three seasons, making him a durable asset for any side.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gianluca Busio
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Hans Vanakensimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 34 | €4.8m | 94 | 84 |
| 3 | Kenneth Taylorsimilar↗ | Lazio | 24 | €26m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Enzo Fernándezsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 25 | €97m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 92 | 87 |
| 8 | Qazim Lacisimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 30 | €2.9m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 92 | 86 |
| 10 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €13m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 12 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €6.8m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gianluca Busio
≈ 100% Gianluca Busio · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Gianluca Busio · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Gianluca Busio · strong: xG + xA, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Gianluca Busio?
Statistically, James Ward-Prowse (Burnley) is the closest look-alike to Gianluca Busio — a 87/100 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 Gianluca Busio?
By Doppel's fit score, James Ward-Prowse (Burnley) is the closest profile to Gianluca Busio, with a 87/100 overall match. Hans Vanaken and Kenneth Taylor are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gianluca Busio?
Yes. Qazim Laci (Çaykur Rizespor) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €2.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gianluca Busio?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gianluca Busio'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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