Players like Gjivai Zechiël
CM/CDMFC Utrecht · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGjivai Zechiël's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gjivai Zechiël are Kenneth Taylor, Douglas Luiz, Victor Torp. Doppel rates Kenneth Taylor (AFC Ajax) a 86/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Teun Koopmeiners scores 85/100 at about €13m. Data as of September 2026.
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Gjivai Zechiël is an attacking-minded central midfielder who excels at contributing to the scoreline, boasting impressive non-penalty goals and assists. With a Sofascore rating in the top 13% of his positional peers, his ability to impact the game is evident, particularly in creating chances and winning key aerial duels. While he has faced some injury challenges in his career, his quality and durability in terms of performance make him a valuable asset for any team.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Shots, xG + xA. Availability: 25 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gjivai Zechiël
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kenneth Taylorsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €26m | 95 | 86 |
| 2 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 28 | €19m | 95 | 85 |
| 3 | Victor Torpsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 94 | 85 |
| 5 | Jack Rudonisimilar↗ | Coventry City | 25 | €21m | 94 | 86 |
| 6 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Atalanta | 28 | €13m | 94 | 85 |
| 7 | Quinten Timbersimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €24m | 94 | 85 |
| 8 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €27m | 94 | 85 |
| 9 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | Gustavo Hamersimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 29 | €15m | 93 | 85 |
| 11 | João Carvalhosimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 29 | €4.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 12 | Azzedine Ounahisimilar↗ | Girona FC | 26 | €10m | 93 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gjivai Zechiël
≈ 100% Gjivai Zechiël · strong: xG + xA, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Gjivai Zechiël · strong: Touches, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Gjivai Zechiël · strong: Shots, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Gjivai Zechiël?
By Doppel's fit score, Kenneth Taylor (AFC Ajax) is the closest profile to Gjivai Zechiël, with a 86/100 overall match. Douglas Luiz and Victor Torp are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gjivai Zechiël?
Yes. Teun Koopmeiners (Atalanta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €13m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gjivai Zechiël?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gjivai Zechiël'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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