James Tarkowski — stats, profile & similar players (2026)
centre back · Everton · ENG-Premier League · age 34 · €5.2m
James Tarkowski is a commanding ball-playing centre-back, combining robust defensive prowess with impressive distribution. Ranking in the top 3% of his positional peers, he excels in duels and aerial challenges, making him a formidable presence in both defense and set-piece situations. With only six games missed over the last three seasons, his durability adds to his value as a reliable anchor in the backline.
Strengths
- Duels won /90
- Aerial duels won /90
- Accurate long balls /90
- Sofascore rating
Weaknesses
- Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
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FAQ
- Who is most similar to James Tarkowski?
- The players most statistically similar to James Tarkowski (centre back) are Jan Paul van Hecke, Ross Sykes, Marc Guéhi, ranked by Doppel on real per-season data.
- What position does James Tarkowski play?
- James Tarkowski plays as a centre back for Everton in the ENG-Premier League.
- What is James Tarkowski's market value?
- James Tarkowski's market value is €5.2m.
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