Players like Xeka
CM/CDMEstoril Praia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitXeka's profile ↗
The players most similar to Xeka are Luka Hyryläinen, Kevin Appin, Ugo Raghouber. Doppel rates Luka Hyryläinen (1. FC Magdeburg) a 78/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kevin Appin scores 76/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Xeka is a tenacious defensive midfielder who excels in disrupting opposition play and winning possession in advanced areas. Despite being in the bottom tier of overall quality among his positional peers, he showcases impressive metrics in tackles, interceptions, and duels, highlighting his combative style. However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, limiting his impact on the pitch.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Tackles + interceptions, Duels won. Availability: 35 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Xeka
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 22 | €1.6m | 88 | 78 |
| 2 | Kevin Appinsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 28 | €800k | 88 | 76 |
| 3 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | Burnley | 23 | €2.8m | 87 | 77 |
| 4 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 86 | 79 |
| 5 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 85 | 76 |
| 6 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 85 | 77 |
| 7 | Leonel Buccasimilar↗ | Independiente Rivadavia | 27 | €800k | 84 | 76 |
| 8 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 84 | 76 |
| 9 | Michael Folorunshosimilar↗ | Monza | 28 | €4.6m | 84 | 76 |
| 10 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 83 | 78 |
| 11 | Jacopo Fazzinisimilar↗ | Cagliari | 23 | €8.2m | 82 | 78 |
| 12 | Nolan Binetsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 22 | €1.2m | 82 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Xeka
≈ 100% Xeka · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Xeka · strong: Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Xeka · strong: Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Xeka?
Statistically, Luka Hyryläinen (1. FC Magdeburg) is the closest look-alike to Xeka — a 78/100 profile match (88/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Xeka?
By Doppel's fit score, Luka Hyryläinen (1. FC Magdeburg) is the closest profile to Xeka, with a 78/100 overall match. Kevin Appin and Ugo Raghouber are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Xeka?
Yes. Kevin Appin (Burgos Club de Fútbol) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 76/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Xeka?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Xeka'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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