Players like Jesús Bernal
CM/CDMSporting Gijón · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitJesús Bernal's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jesús Bernal are Sergio Molina, Pascal Klemens, Matthias Verreth. Doppel rates Sergio Molina (FC Andorra) a 76/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Arvid Brorsson scores 76/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Jesús Bernal is a robust defensive midfielder, known for his aerial prowess and reliability in the middle of the park. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 37% of his positional peers, he excels in winning aerial duels, showcasing his physicality and presence. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable option in the lineup. While his offensive contributions may be limited, his defensive stability and aerial strength make him a valuable asset for Sporting Gijón.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jesús Bernal
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sergio Molinasimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 30 | €500k | 89 | 76 |
| 2 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 88 | 78 |
| 3 | Matthias Verrethsimilar↗ | Brescia | 28 | €500k | 88 | 77 |
| 4 | Youness Lachhabsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 28 | €800k | 86 | 76 |
| 5 | Ben Whitemansimilar↗ | Preston North End | 30 | €2.1m | 86 | 76 |
| 6 | Arvid Brorssonsimilar↗ | Mjällby AIF | 27 | €400k | 86 | 76 |
| 7 | Davy Klaassensimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 33 | €2.1m | 85 | 78 |
| 8 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 85 | 77 |
| 9 | Matias Siltanensimilar↗ | Djurgårdens IF | 19 | €10m | 85 | 76 |
| 10 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 85 | 80 |
| 11 | Jackson Irvinesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 33 | €1.1m | 84 | 76 |
| 12 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 84 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jesús Bernal
≈ 100% Jesús Bernal · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Jesús Bernal · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Jesús Bernal · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jesús Bernal?
By Doppel's fit score, Sergio Molina (FC Andorra) is the closest profile to Jesús Bernal, with a 76/100 overall match. Pascal Klemens and Matthias Verreth are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jesús Bernal?
Yes. Arvid Brorsson (Mjällby AIF) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 76/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jesús Bernal?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jesús Bernal'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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