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 (Tottenham Hotspur) 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 October 2026.
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Isco is a creative attacking midfielder known for his exceptional playmaking abilities and dribbling finesse. With a Sofascore rating in the top 3% of his positional peers, he consistently generates opportunities, averaging a remarkable number of key passes and successful dribbles per 90 minutes. While his injury history raises concerns about availability, his impact when fit is undeniable, making him a vital asset for Real Betis as he orchestrates the attack with flair and precision.
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↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | €43m | 96 | 87 |
| 2 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Phil Fodensimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €66m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Kenan Yıldızsimilar↗ | Juventus | 21 | €72m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Cole Palmersimilar↗ | Chelsea | 24 | €92m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Fermín Lópezsimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 23 | €103m | 93 | 82 |
| 8 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Bryan Mbeumosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 27 | €73m | 92 | 82 |
| 10 | Matías Soulésimilar↗ | AS Roma | 23 | €36m | 92 | 83 |
| 11 | Charles De Ketelaeresimilar↗ | Atalanta | 25 | €32m | 92 | 83 |
| 12 | Arda Gülersimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €87m | 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 closest look-alike to Isco?
Statistically, Xavi Simons (Tottenham Hotspur) is the closest look-alike to Isco — a 87/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Isco?
By Doppel's fit score, Xavi Simons (Tottenham Hotspur) 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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