Players like Jacob Wright
CM/CDMNorwich City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJacob Wright's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jacob Wright are Carles Aleñá, Jon Ander Olasagasti, Serginho. Doppel rates Carles Aleñá (Deportivo Alavés) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dani Rodríguez scores 83/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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Jacob Wright is a creative deep-lying playmaker who excels in orchestrating attacks from midfield. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 40% of his peers, he stands out for his exceptional crossing accuracy and ability to deliver key passes, ranking in the top 10% for both metrics. His durability is impressive, with no games missed in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. While finishing isn't his strong suit, his playmaking skills make him a valuable asset in the heart of Norwich City's midfield.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Key passes, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jacob Wright
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carles Aleñásimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €2.8m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 93 | 86 |
| 3 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 5 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Dani Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Leganés | 38 | €100k | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | André Almeidasimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 26 | €6.2m | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jacob Wright
≈ 100% Jacob Wright · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Jacob Wright · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Jacob Wright · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Jacob Wright?
Statistically, Carles Aleñá (Deportivo Alavés) is the closest look-alike to Jacob Wright — a 84/100 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 Jacob Wright?
By Doppel's fit score, Carles Aleñá (Deportivo Alavés) is the closest profile to Jacob Wright, with a 84/100 overall match. Jon Ander Olasagasti and Serginho are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jacob Wright?
Yes. Dani Rodríguez (Leganés) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jacob Wright?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jacob Wright's 2025/26 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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