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 Rodrigo Guth, Pietro Ceccaroni, Dies Janse. Doppel rates Rodrigo Guth (Fortuna Sittard) a 87/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marvin Peersman scores 85/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Javi Castro is a reliable ball-playing centre-back, known for his ability to deliver accurate long balls, placing him in the top 21% of his positional peers. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 46%, his durability shines through with zero games missed in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. While he may not contribute significantly in touches or dribbles, his long-range passing ability makes him a valuable asset in initiating attacks from the back.
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 | Rodrigo Guthsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 26 | €1.3m | 93 | 87 |
| 2 | Pietro Ceccaronisimilar↗ | Palermo | 31 | €1.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 92 | 86 |
| 4 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 5 | Alec Van Hoorenbeecksimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 28 | €600k | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Marvin Peersmansimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 35 | €200k | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Linus Gechtersimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 22 | €3.2m | 91 | 88 |
| 8 | Niccolò Pierozzisimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €4.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Guus Offerhaussimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 25 | €700k | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Javi Castro
≈ 100% Javi Castro · strong: Non-penalty goals, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Key passes /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 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
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Javi Castro?
Statistically, Rodrigo Guth (Fortuna Sittard) is the closest look-alike to Javi Castro — a 87/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Javi Castro?
By Doppel's fit score, Rodrigo Guth (Fortuna Sittard) is the closest profile to Javi Castro, with a 87/100 overall match. Pietro Ceccaroni and Dies Janse are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Javi Castro?
Yes. Marvin Peersman (SC Telstar) 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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