Players like Javi Castro
CBReal Racing Club · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJavi Castro's profile ↗
The players most similar to Javi Castro are Pietro Ceccaroni, Dies Janse, George Campbell. Doppel rates Pietro Ceccaroni (Palermo) a 86/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marvin Peersman scores 85/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Javi Castro is a reliable ball-playing centre-back, showcasing his ability to distribute accurately with long passes, ranking in the top 21% of his peers. His durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable presence in defense. While he may not be heavily involved in build-up play or creating chances, his strong passing ability and consistent availability highlight his value as a solid defensive asset in LaLiga 2.
Strengths: Accurate long balls. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Javi Castro
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pietro Ceccaronisimilar↗ | Palermo | 31 | €1.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 4 | Marvin Peersmansimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 35 | €200k | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Alec Van Hoorenbeecksimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 28 | €600k | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Linus Gechtersimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 22 | €3.2m | 91 | 88 |
| 7 | Niccolò Pierozzisimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €4.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Guus Offerhaussimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 90 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Javi Castro
≈ 100% Javi Castro · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Javi Castro · strong: Big chances created, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Javi Castro · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Javi Castro?
By Doppel's fit score, Pietro Ceccaroni (Palermo) is the closest profile to Javi Castro, with a 86/100 overall match. Dies Janse and George Campbell are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Javi Castro?
Yes. Marvin Peersman (FC Groningen) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Javi Castro?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Javi Castro's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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