Players like Gavi
CM/LWFC Barcelona · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitGavi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gavi are Exequiel Palacios, Lucas Paquetá, Douglas Luiz. Doppel rates Exequiel Palacios (Ipswich Town) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matúš Bero scores 81/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Gavi is a dynamic central midfielder known for his exceptional playmaking ability and relentless energy on the pitch. With a top 45% Sofascore rating among his peers, he excels in accurate final-third passes and winning duels, showcasing his capacity to influence games through both creativity and tenacity. While his injury history raises concerns about durability, when fit, he remains a pivotal asset for Barcelona, dominating possession and creating opportunities in the attacking third.
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 | Exequiel Palaciossimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 28 | €26m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Lucas Paquetásimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €36m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €19m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | Sevilla | 27 | €25m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Patrick Wimmersimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 25 | €11m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Felipe Andersonsimilar↗ | Palmeiras | 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↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €27m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Jude Bellinghamsimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 23 | €151m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gavi
≈ 100% Gavi · strong: Touches, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 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
≈ 100% Gavi · strong: Touches, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Gavi?
Statistically, Exequiel Palacios (Ipswich Town) is the closest look-alike to Gavi — a 81/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Gavi?
By Doppel's fit score, Exequiel Palacios (Ipswich Town) is the closest profile to Gavi, with a 81/100 overall match. Lucas Paquetá and Douglas Luiz 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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