Players like Xavier Simons
CM/CDMHull City · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitXavier Simons's profile ↗
Xavier Simons is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Hull City in the Championship, with 20 appearances and 2 goals in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Simons include Martin Palumbo from US Avellino 1912, who has a fit score of 82/100, and Rafael Bauzà from Mirandés, also with a fit score of 82/100. These players share a comparable role and statistical profile, making them potential alternatives for teams seeking similar talent.
About Xavier Simons
Xavier Simons is a box-to-box engine who excels in defensive solidity and goal-scoring from midfield. With a Sofascore rating in the top 40% of his peers, he stands out for his impressive clearance rate and finishing ability, showcasing his knack for timely interventions and finishing chances. However, his injury history raises concerns about durability, which could impact his contributions over a full season.
Strengths: Clearances, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Xavier Simons
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Martin Palumbosimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 24 | €1.6m | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Robert Wagnersimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 23 | €2.7m | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €1.1m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Casper Nielsensimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 32 | €1.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Lewis Bakersimilar↗ | Stoke City | 31 | €1.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Pieter Gerkenssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 31 | €700k | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Markus Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 26 | €1.5m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 87 | 84 |
| 11 | Ilias Koutsoupiassimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €3.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Xavier Simons
≈ 100% Xavier Simons · strong: Clearances, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate crosses /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Xavier Simons · low reliability
≈ 100% Xavier Simons · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Xavier Simons?
By Doppel's fit score, Martin Palumbo (US Avellino 1912) is the closest profile to Xavier Simons, with a 82/100 overall match. Robert Wagner and Rafael Bauzà are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Xavier Simons?
Yes. Pieter Gerkens (Cercle Brugge) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Xavier Simons?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Xavier Simons'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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