Players like Steven Berghuis
RW/CMAFC Ajax · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSteven Berghuis's profile ↗
The players most similar to Steven Berghuis are Harvey Elliott, Kevin De Bruyne, Jonas Hofmann. Doppel rates Harvey Elliott (Valencia) a 86/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jonas Hofmann scores 88/100 at about €1.6m. Data as of October 2026.
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Steven Berghuis is a high-impact attacking midfielder who excels in creating scoring opportunities and contributing to the offensive play. With a top 1% Sofascore rating among his peers, he showcases remarkable vision and precision, averaging 5 goals and 8 assists in just 20 appearances this season. While his aerial duels and defensive contributions leave room for improvement, his ability to generate big chances and his shot volume make him a vital asset, despite his injury history.
Strengths: Big chances created, Sofascore rating, Shots. Availability: 45 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Steven Berghuis
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harvey Elliottsimilar↗ | Valencia | 23 | €21m | 95 | 86 |
| 2 | Kevin De Bruynesimilar↗ | SSC Napoli | 35 | €8.3m | 95 | 85 |
| 3 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 95 | 88 |
| 4 | Ryotaro Itosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 28 | €5.8m | 95 | 87 |
| 5 | Kang-in Leesimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 25 | €30m | 94 | 84 |
| 6 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €13m | 94 | 84 |
| 7 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Ángel Di Maríasimilar↗ | Rosario Central | 38 | €1.9m | 93 | 87 |
| 9 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 93 | 87 |
| 10 | Iago Aspassimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 39 | €1.5m | 92 | 87 |
| 11 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | €43m | 92 | 86 |
| 12 | Calvin Stengssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €4.8m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Steven Berghuis
≈ 100% Steven Berghuis · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Steven Berghuis · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Steven Berghuis · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Steven Berghuis?
Statistically, Harvey Elliott (Valencia) is the closest look-alike to Steven Berghuis — a 86/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Steven Berghuis?
By Doppel's fit score, Harvey Elliott (Valencia) is the closest profile to Steven Berghuis, with a 86/100 overall match. Kevin De Bruyne and Jonas Hofmann are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Steven Berghuis?
Yes. Jonas Hofmann (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) plays a similar right winger role and rates 88/100 at roughly €1.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Steven Berghuis?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Steven Berghuis's 2025/26 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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