Players like Gavi
CM/LWFC Barcelona · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitGavi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gavi are Éderson, Rodri, Lucas Paquetá. Doppel rates Éderson (Atalanta) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matúš Bero scores 81/100 at about €900k. Data as of September 2026.
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Gavi is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for orchestrating play and disrupting opposition attacks. His elite ability to deliver accurate final-third passes and win duels showcases his impact in the attacking phase, while his high touch frequency keeps him involved throughout matches. Despite some injury challenges limiting his availability, Gavi remains a top-tier talent, consistently demonstrating his quality on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Touches, Duels won. Availability: 109 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gavi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Rodrisimilar↗ | Manchester City | 30 | €50m | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Lucas Paquetásimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €36m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 28 | €19m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Patrick Wimmersimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 25 | €11m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Felipe Andersonsimilar↗ | Lazio | 33 | €1.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Abdessamad Ezzalzoulisimilar↗ | Real Betis | 25 | €43m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 90 | 81 |
| 10 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €27m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Jude Bellinghamsimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 23 | €123m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gavi
≈ 100% Gavi · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Gavi · strong: Touches, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Gavi · strong: Duels won, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Gavi?
By Doppel's fit score, Éderson (Atalanta) is the closest profile to Gavi, with a 82/100 overall match. Rodri and Lucas Paquetá are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gavi?
Yes. Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gavi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gavi's 2024/25 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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