Players like Alberto Jiménez
CBCD Castellón · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlberto Jiménez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Alberto Jiménez are Luke Ayling, Oumar Solet, Florian Grillitsch. Doppel rates Luke Ayling (Middlesbrough) a 87/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Luke Ayling scores 87/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Alberto Jiménez is a commanding, ball-winning centre-back who excels in defensive duels and tackles, showcasing his elite status with a Sofascore rating in the top 10% of his peers. At 34, his durability is remarkable, with no games missed over the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability. While he may not contribute significantly in the attacking third, his strengths in defensive solidity and aerial prowess make him a cornerstone of any backline.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Duels won, Successful dribbles. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Alberto Jiménez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luke Aylingsimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 35 | €400k | 95 | 87 |
| 2 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 94 | 88 |
| 3 | Florian Grillitschsimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 31 | €2.6m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Siebe Horemanssimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 28 | €2.9m | 94 | 87 |
| 5 | Rasmus Kristensensimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 29 | €11m | 94 | 86 |
| 6 | Calvin Verdonksimilar↗ | Lille | 29 | €2.6m | 94 | 86 |
| 7 | Lucas Esquivelsimilar↗ | Athletico | 25 | €7.2m | 94 | 87 |
| 8 | Callum Doylesimilar↗ | Wrexham | 23 | €13m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Lucas Martínez Quartasimilar↗ | River Plate | 30 | €4.1m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | Joško Gvardiolsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 24 | €64m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Daley Blindsimilar↗ | Girona FC | 36 | €1.2m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 92 | 89 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alberto Jiménez
≈ 100% Alberto Jiménez · strong: Sofascore rating, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Alberto Jiménez · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Alberto Jiménez · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Alberto Jiménez?
Statistically, Luke Ayling (Middlesbrough) is the closest look-alike to Alberto Jiménez — a 87/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Alberto Jiménez?
By Doppel's fit score, Luke Ayling (Middlesbrough) is the closest profile to Alberto Jiménez, with a 87/100 overall match. Oumar Solet and Florian Grillitsch are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Alberto Jiménez?
Yes. Luke Ayling (Middlesbrough) plays a similar centre back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Alberto Jiménez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Alberto Jiménez'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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