Players like Iker Kortajarena
CM/CAMHuesca · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIker Kortajarena's profile ↗
The players most similar to Iker Kortajarena are Kuryu Matsuki, Rachid Kouda, Thibo Somers. Doppel rates Kuryu Matsuki (Southampton) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Myles Peart-Harris scores 82/100 at about €900k. Data as of September 2026.
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Iker Kortajarena is a robust central midfielder with a strong aerial presence, excelling in aerial duels, making him a threat during set pieces and defensive situations. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 45% of his peers, his durability stands out, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While he may not be the most prolific in ball progression or defensive actions, his ability to win headers can provide valuable contributions in tight matches.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Iker Kortajarena
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kuryu Matsukisimilar↗ | Southampton | 23 | €2.8m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Thibo Somerssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 27 | €2.9m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Dany Motasimilar↗ | Monza | 28 | €3.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Gustavo Sásimilar↗ | Famalicão | 22 | €23m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Myles Peart-Harrissimilar↗ | Swansea City | 24 | €900k | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Fraser Hornbysimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 27 | €4.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €1.1m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Lucas Beltránsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 25 | €8.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Ulrik Mathisensimilar↗ | SK Brann | 27 | €700k | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Iker Kortajarena
≈ 100% Iker Kortajarena · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Iker Kortajarena · medium reliability
≈ 100% Iker Kortajarena · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Iker Kortajarena?
By Doppel's fit score, Kuryu Matsuki (Southampton) is the closest profile to Iker Kortajarena, with a 82/100 overall match. Rachid Kouda and Thibo Somers are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Iker Kortajarena?
Yes. Myles Peart-Harris (Swansea City) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Iker Kortajarena?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Iker Kortajarena'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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