Players like Ivan Rakitić
CM/CDMSevilla · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitIvan Rakitić's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ivan Rakitić are Joey Veerman, Douglas Luiz, Bruno Fernandes. Doppel rates Joey Veerman (PSV Eindhoven) a 87/100 overall match — 97/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Leon Goretzka scores 85/100 at about €11m. Data as of October 2026.
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Ivan Rakitić is a commanding central midfielder known for his playmaking prowess and tactical intelligence. With a Sofascore rating in the top 2% of his positional peers, he excels at delivering accurate crosses and key passes, while also winning possession in the attacking third. His durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability on the pitch. While his defensive metrics like clearances are less prominent, his offensive contributions firmly establish him as a vital asset in midfield.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third, Key passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ivan Rakitić
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 97 | 87 |
| 2 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €19m | 96 | 86 |
| 3 | Bruno Fernandessimilar↗ | Manchester United | 32 | €32m | 96 | 85 |
| 4 | Harvey Elliottsimilar↗ | Valencia | 23 | €21m | 96 | 87 |
| 5 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 95 | 86 |
| 6 | Dominik Szoboszlaisimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 26 | €91m | 95 | 84 |
| 7 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 95 | 86 |
| 8 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 94 | 85 |
| 9 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 94 | 88 |
| 10 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 94 | 88 |
| 11 | Pablo Fornalssimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €8.4m | 94 | 84 |
| 12 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 94 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ivan Rakitić
≈ 100% Ivan Rakitić · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Ivan Rakitić · strong: Touches, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Ivan Rakitić · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ivan Rakitić?
Statistically, Joey Veerman (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest look-alike to Ivan Rakitić — a 87/100 profile match (97/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ivan Rakitić?
By Doppel's fit score, Joey Veerman (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest profile to Ivan Rakitić, with a 87/100 overall match. Douglas Luiz and Bruno Fernandes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ivan Rakitić?
Yes. Leon Goretzka (FC Bayern München) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €11m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ivan Rakitić?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ivan Rakitić'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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