Players like Manuel Lanzini
CAM/CMVélez Sarsfield · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitManuel Lanzini's profile ↗
The players most similar to Manuel Lanzini are Myron Van Brederode, Romain Faivre, Andrea Colpani. Doppel rates Myron Van Brederode (KV Mechelen) a 84/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, John Swift scores 83/100 at about €800k. Data as of July 2026.
About Manuel Lanzini
Manuel Lanzini is an attacking midfielder with a knack for finishing, showcasing his elite goal-scoring ability in the top 2% of his peers. With a Sofascore rating in the top 15%, he consistently proves his quality, delivering accurate final-third passes that elevate his team's attacking play. While his defensive contributions and aerial presence may not be his strongest suits, his ability to find the back of the net makes him a potent threat, despite some concerns over his injury history.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 21 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Manuel Lanzini
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Myron Van Brederodesimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 23 | €4.9m | 91 | 84 |
| 2 | Romain Faivresimilar↗ | Lorient | 28 | €4.3m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Andrea Colpanisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €3.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Grady Dianganasimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 28 | €2.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Christian Pulišićsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 28 | €43m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Oscar Gloukhsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 22 | €13m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Albert Guðmundssonsimilar↗ | Genoa | 29 | €11m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Ernest Muçisimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 25 | €12m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Jakob Breumsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €5.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Manuel Lanzini
≈ 100% Manuel Lanzini · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Manuel Lanzini · strong: Successful dribbles, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Manuel Lanzini · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Manuel Lanzini?
By Doppel's fit score, Myron Van Brederode (KV Mechelen) is the closest profile to Manuel Lanzini, with a 84/100 overall match. Romain Faivre and Andrea Colpani are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Manuel Lanzini?
Yes. John Swift (West Bromwich Albion) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Manuel Lanzini?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Manuel Lanzini's 2026 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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