Players like Iker Kortajarena
CM/CAMHuesca · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIker Kortajarena's profile ↗
Iker Kortajarena is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Huesca in LaLiga 2, aged 26. In the 2025/26 season, he made 23 appearances, contributing 2 goals and 3 assists over 2018 minutes. Players similar to Kortajarena include Kuryu Matsuki from Southampton, with a fit score of 82/100, and Rachid Kouda from Mantova, who has a fit score of 81/100, both offering comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Iker Kortajarena
Iker Kortajarena is a dynamic central midfielder who excels in aerial duels, showcasing a strong ability to win headers and control the game from the air. His Sofascore rating places him in the top 44% among his positional peers, highlighting his overall quality and reliability on the pitch. With an impressive record of no missed games over the last three seasons, Kortajarena is a durable asset, though he could enhance his defensive contributions to become even more impactful in midfield.
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 · data: Sofascore, 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.
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