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 October 2026.
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Jesús Álvarez is a robust defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess and long-range distribution. With an impressive Sofascore rating placing him in the top 42% of his positional peers, he excels in winning aerial duels and delivering accurate long balls, making him a reliable anchor in midfield. His durability stands out, having missed no games in the last three seasons, underlining his reliability. While his offensive contributions may be limited, his defensive solidity and passing range make him a valuable asset in controlling the game.
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↗ | Casa Pia | 25 | €400k | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 90 | 78 |
| 11 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 90 | 78 |
| 12 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 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 closest look-alike to Jesús Álvarez?
Statistically, Iddrisu Baba (Almería) is the closest look-alike to Jesús Álvarez — a 79/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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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