Xherdan Shaqiri
Midfielder #10
Age 34 years
Nationality Switzerland
Birth Country Kosovo
Market Value €2M
Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Xherdan Shaqiri is a above average ARCHITECT for FC Basel 1893. Evidence: 2.56 Key Passes/90.
Also shows: above average SILVER BOOT (29% Goal Frequency) , above average SILVER TRAY (29% Assist Frequency)
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Shooting (82/100) but has room to grow in Workrate.
Physical profile: Compact Build, Veteran Experience.
Xherdan Shaqiri Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 3%
Weight 42%
Experience 95%
vs UEFA Europa League
Height 2%
Weight 29%
Experience 95%
Traits
VETERAN
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 53
Shooting 82
Defense 33
Workrate 21
Passing 80
Key Strength 82 Shooting
Area to Watch 21 Workrate
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Xherdan Shaqiri this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2026 | FC Basel 1893 0-1 Plzen | 90' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Jan 22, 2026 | Red Bull Salzburg 3-1 FC Basel 1893 | 45' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Dec 11, 2025 | FC Basel 1893 1-2 Aston Villa | 62' | 7.3 | 0 | 1 | 59 |
| Nov 27, 2025 | Genk 2-1 FC Basel 1893 | 11' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 44 |
| Nov 06, 2025 | FC Basel 1893 3-1 FCSB | 90' | 9.7 | 2 | 1 | 84 |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Lyon 2-0 FC Basel 1893 | 84' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Oct 02, 2025 | FC Basel 1893 2-0 VfB Stuttgart | 90' | 8.7 | 1 | 0 | 30 |
| Sep 24, 2025 | SC Freiburg 2-1 FC Basel 1893 | 90' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Aug 27, 2025 | FC Copenhagen 2-0 FC Basel 1893 | 86' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Aug 20, 2025 | FC Basel 1893 1-1 FC Copenhagen | 90' | 7.6 | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
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Player Market Value
Track Xherdan Shaqiri's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €1.8M
Peak Value €25.0M (Q4'18)
€25.0M €12.5M €0
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Xherdan Shaqiri operates as Basel's Silver-tier Sniper, anchoring the front line with unmatched experience. Returning to his boyhood club after a storied global career, the veteran attacker is writing an impressive new chapter on familiar turf. While his match minutes represent an emerging sample size as he recalibrates to the local system, these targeted outings showcase a forward who has lost absolutely none of his trademark technical brilliance.
His profile is fascinating—a hybrid threat blending ruthless goalscoring with elite chance creation. Across 562 minutes of action in eight total appearances, he remains a picture of reliability in the attacking third, evidenced by a steady stream of tangible output including two goals and two assists. His undeniable pedigree is heavily reflected in a formidable Shooting rating, underlining his rare ability to threaten goalkeepers from distance with minimal backlift. This dual-threat nature is firmly recognized by his ARCHITECT, SILVER BOOT, and SILVER TRAY badges. These honors highlight a uniquely gifted player who not only converts half-chances with a lethal left foot but possesses the sweeping vision to completely dismantle deep defensive blocks.
Holding a stable market valuation of €2M, his presence offers massive utility far beyond his basic price tag. He brings elite composure, big-match temperament, and decisive final-third quality to the squad, proving that world-class technique remains a priceless asset on derby day.