Players like Isco
CAMReal Betis · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsco's profile ↗
The players most similar to Isco are Xavi Simons, Florian Thauvin, Phil Foden. Doppel rates Xavi Simons (RB Leipzig) a 87/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Teji Savanier scores 85/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of September 2026.
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Isco is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his exceptional creativity and dribbling ability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 3% of his positional peers, he consistently delivers key passes and successful dribbles, making him a vital playmaker for Real Betis. While his injury history raises concerns about durability, when fit, he remains a game-changer with his ability to influence matches through incisive play and strong duels.
Strengths: Key passes, Successful dribbles, Duels won. Availability: 92 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Isco
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 23 | €43m | 96 | 87 |
| 2 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Phil Fodensimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €66m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Matheus Cunhasimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 27 | €79m | 93 | 82 |
| 5 | Kenan Yıldızsimilar↗ | Juventus | 21 | €72m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Cole Palmersimilar↗ | Chelsea | 24 | €92m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Fermín Lópezsimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 23 | €103m | 93 | 82 |
| 9 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 10 | Matías Soulésimilar↗ | Frosinone | 23 | €36m | 92 | 83 |
| 11 | Bryan Mbeumosimilar↗ | Brentford | 27 | €73m | 92 | 82 |
| 12 | Charles De Ketelaeresimilar↗ | Atalanta | 25 | €27m | 92 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Isco
≈ 100% Isco · strong: Sofascore rating, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Successful dribbles /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Isco · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Isco · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Isco?
By Doppel's fit score, Xavi Simons (RB Leipzig) is the closest profile to Isco, with a 87/100 overall match. Florian Thauvin and Phil Foden are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Isco?
Yes. Teji Savanier (Montpellier) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Isco?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Isco's 2024/25 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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