Players like Jonjo Shelvey
CM/CDMEyüpspor · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitJonjo Shelvey's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jonjo Shelvey are Barry Bannan, Filippo Ranocchia, Qazim Laci. Doppel rates Barry Bannan (Millwall) a 84/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Barry Bannan scores 84/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Jonjo Shelvey is a sophisticated deep-lying playmaker, showcasing exceptional vision and precision in his passing, particularly with long balls. With a Sofascore rating in the top 13% of his peers, he consistently influences matches, contributing 3 goals and 6 assists this season. His aerial ability and accurate crossing further enhance his playmaking prowess, while his durability—missing just one game in three seasons—underscores his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jonjo Shelvey
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Millwall | 37 | €200k | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 94 | 83 |
| 3 | Qazim Lacisimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 30 | €2.9m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 93 | 87 |
| 5 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Imrân Louzasimilar↗ | Watford | 27 | €13m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 91 | 86 |
| 9 | Mika Baursimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €4.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €2.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 90 | 86 |
| 12 | Kike Pérezsimilar↗ | Venezia | 29 | €2.3m | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jonjo Shelvey
≈ 100% Jonjo Shelvey · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Jonjo Shelvey · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Jonjo Shelvey · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Jonjo Shelvey?
Statistically, Barry Bannan (Millwall) is the closest look-alike to Jonjo Shelvey — a 84/100 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 Jonjo Shelvey?
By Doppel's fit score, Barry Bannan (Millwall) is the closest profile to Jonjo Shelvey, with a 84/100 overall match. Filippo Ranocchia and Qazim Laci are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jonjo Shelvey?
Yes. Barry Bannan (Millwall) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jonjo Shelvey?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jonjo Shelvey's 2023/24 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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