Players like Sergio Ortuño
CM/CDMCádiz · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSergio Ortuño's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sergio Ortuño are Ben Whiteman, Nicolas Madsen, Kartal Kayra Yılmaz. Doppel rates Ben Whiteman (Preston North End) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ben Whiteman scores 80/100 at about €2.1m. Data as of September 2026.
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Sergio Ortuño is a playmaking central midfielder, adept at orchestrating attacks with his precise final-third passing. With a Sofascore rating in the top 27% of his peers, he stands out for his ability to influence games, contributing 4 goals and 5 assists over 40 appearances this season. His durability is impressive, missing no games in the last three years, showcasing his reliability in the midfield despite some struggles in duels and aerial challenges.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sergio Ortuño
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ben Whitemansimilar↗ | Preston North End | 30 | €2.1m | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Nicolas Madsensimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 26 | €5.2m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Jakub Kałuzińskisimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 24 | €2.3m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | George Thomasonsimilar↗ | Wrexham | 24 | €2.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Jack Hinshelwoodsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 21 | €27m | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Ruben Jenssensimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 38 | €100k | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Enzo Leopoldsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 26 | €4.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Lecce | 30 | €900k | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sergio Ortuño
≈ 100% Sergio Ortuño · strong: Clearances, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Sergio Ortuño · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Sergio Ortuño · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Sergio Ortuño?
By Doppel's fit score, Ben Whiteman (Preston North End) is the closest profile to Sergio Ortuño, with a 80/100 overall match. Nicolas Madsen and Kartal Kayra Yılmaz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sergio Ortuño?
Yes. Ben Whiteman (Preston North End) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sergio Ortuño?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sergio Ortuño'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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