Players like Jesús Álvarez
CM/CDMHuesca · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJesús Álvarez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jesús Álvarez are Iddrisu Baba, Stefan Džodić, Ahmed Kashi. Doppel rates Iddrisu Baba (Almería) a 79/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ahmed Kashi scores 78/100 at about €100k. Data as of September 2026.
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Jesús Álvarez is a robust defensive midfielder with a strong aerial presence, excelling in duels and long-range distribution. His impressive ability to win aerial battles and deliver accurate long balls makes him a vital asset in breaking up opposition play and transitioning the ball effectively. While he may not contribute significantly in attack, his durability and reliability, having missed no games in three seasons, underline his value as a consistent performer in the heart of midfield.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jesús Álvarez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iddrisu Babasimilar↗ | Almería | 30 | €900k | 94 | 79 |
| 2 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Ahmed Kashisimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 38 | €100k | 92 | 78 |
| 4 | Jean Hugonetsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 27 | €1.2m | 92 | 79 |
| 5 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Kaare Barslundsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 22 | €600k | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 90 | 79 |
| 9 | Iyad Mohamedsimilar↗ | Pau FC | 25 | €400k | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 90 | 80 |
| 11 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 90 | 78 |
| 12 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | IFK Norrköping | 26 | €400k | 90 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jesús Álvarez
≈ 100% Jesús Álvarez · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Jesús Álvarez · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Jesús Álvarez · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jesús Álvarez?
By Doppel's fit score, Iddrisu Baba (Almería) is the closest profile to Jesús Álvarez, with a 79/100 overall match. Stefan Džodić and Ahmed Kashi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jesús Álvarez?
Yes. Ahmed Kashi (Annecy FC) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jesús Álvarez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jesús Álvarez'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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