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 July 2026.
About Sergio Ortuño
Sergio Ortuño is a proficient deep-lying playmaker, showcasing his ability to control the tempo and distribution from midfield. With a Sofascore rating in the top 16% of his peers, he excels in delivering accurate final-third passes, contributing both goals and assists with impressive consistency. His durability stands out too, with no games missed in the last three seasons, solidifying his reliability on the pitch. While he may not dominate in duels or aerial contests, his playmaking prowess makes him a valuable asset in Cádiz's midfield.
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 · data: Sofascore, 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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