Players like Daniel James
RWLeeds United · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaniel James's profile ↗
The players most similar to Daniel James are Cengiz Ünder, Jacob Trenskow, Andreas Skov Olsen. Doppel rates Cengiz Ünder (Beşiktaş JK) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ibrahim Sadiq scores 82/100 at about €2.1m. Data as of October 2026.
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Daniel James is a dynamic attacking winger, known for his ability to generate goal-scoring opportunities. With a stellar Sofascore rating placing him in the top 14% of his peers, he excels in both finishing and creating chances, evidenced by his impressive metrics in shots, non-penalty goals, and big chances created. However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, having missed significant game time in recent seasons. Despite this, when fit, he remains a potent offensive threat.
Strengths: Shots, Non-penalty goals, xG + xA. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Daniel James
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cengiz Ündersimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 29 | €3.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Jacob Trenskowsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 26 | €7.7m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Andreas Skov Olsensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €6.6m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Ismaïla Sarrsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 28 | €38m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Ibrahim Sadiqsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €2.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Mohamed Salahsimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 34 | €21m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Iñaki Williamssimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 32 | €7.3m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Steven Berghuissimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 35 | €2.1m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Anis Hadj Moussasimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 24 | €24m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Leon Baileysimilar↗ | Olympiacos FC | 29 | €13m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Oğuz Aydınsimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 26 | €6.5m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daniel James
≈ 100% Daniel James · strong: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Daniel James · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Daniel James · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Daniel James?
Statistically, Cengiz Ünder (Beşiktaş JK) is the closest look-alike to Daniel James — a 83/100 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 Daniel James?
By Doppel's fit score, Cengiz Ünder (Beşiktaş JK) is the closest profile to Daniel James, with a 83/100 overall match. Jacob Trenskow and Andreas Skov Olsen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Daniel James?
Yes. Ibrahim Sadiq (AZ Alkmaar) plays a similar right winger role and rates 82/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Daniel James?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Daniel James'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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