Players like Neymar
CAM/ST/LWSantos · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitNeymar's profile ↗
The players most similar to Neymar are Kenan Yıldız, Giorgian de Arrascaeta, Rodrigo Zalazar. Doppel rates Kenan Yıldız (Juventus) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Florian Thauvin scores 84/100 at about €5.2m. Data as of October 2026.
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Neymar is a creative attacking midfielder with an elite ability to generate chances, evidenced by his top 1% Sofascore rating among positional peers. His vision and precision shine through with exceptional key passes and accurate final-third distribution, making him a pivotal playmaker. However, his injury history raises concerns about availability, potentially impacting his contributions on the pitch.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 126 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Neymar
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kenan Yıldızsimilar↗ | Juventus | 21 | €72m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Giorgian de Arrascaetasimilar↗ | Flamengo | 32 | €15m | 94 | 82 |
| 3 | Rodrigo Zalazarsimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 27 | €32m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Noa Langsimilar↗ | SSC Napoli | 27 | €24m | 93 | 82 |
| 5 | Mika Godtssimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 21 | €32m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | €43m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Rafael Leãosimilar↗ | AC Milan | 27 | €48m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Gerard Morenosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 34 | €2.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Omar Marmoushsimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 27 | €55m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Viktor Gyökeressimilar↗ | Arsenal | 28 | €61m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Christos Tzolissimilar↗ | Arsenal | 24 | €42m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Neymar
≈ 100% Neymar · strong: Key passes, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Neymar · strong: Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Neymar · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Sofascore rating, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Neymar?
Statistically, Kenan Yıldız (Juventus) is the closest look-alike to Neymar — a 85/100 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 Neymar?
By Doppel's fit score, Kenan Yıldız (Juventus) is the closest profile to Neymar, with a 85/100 overall match. Giorgian de Arrascaeta and Rodrigo Zalazar are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Neymar?
Yes. Florian Thauvin (RC Lens) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €5.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Neymar?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Neymar's 2026 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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