Players like Jean-Philippe Mateta
STCrystal Palace · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJean-Philippe Mateta's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jean-Philippe Mateta are Igor Thiago, Álvaro Morata, Thijs Dallinga. Doppel rates Igor Thiago (Brentford) a 82/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Stefano Marino scores 83/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of September 2026.
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Jean-Philippe Mateta is a dynamic striker known for his goal-scoring prowess and ability to create opportunities in the final third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 42% of his peers, he stands out with impressive metrics in non-penalty goals and expected contributions, highlighting his effectiveness in front of goal. His durability is a notable asset, having missed only nine games over the last three seasons, making him a reliable attacking option for Crystal Palace.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Possession won in att. third, xG + xA. Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jean-Philippe Mateta
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Igor Thiagosimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €68m | 91 | 82 |
| 2 | Álvaro Moratasimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 34 | €6.2m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Thijs Dallingasimilar↗ | Toulouse | 26 | €9.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Moise Keansimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 26 | €33m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Aaron Biboutsimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €3.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Lukas Nmechasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €9.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Stefano Marinosimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €1.0m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Tolu Arokodaresimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 26 | €18m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Dominic Calvert-Lewinsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 29 | €24m | 90 | 81 |
| 10 | Vedat Muriqisimilar↗ | Mallorca | 32 | €4.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 11 | Etta Eyongsimilar↗ | Levante UD | 23 | €16m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Ante Budimirsimilar↗ | Osasuna | 35 | €2.6m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jean-Philippe Mateta
≈ 100% Jean-Philippe Mateta · strong: Clearances, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Jean-Philippe Mateta · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Jean-Philippe Mateta · strong: Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jean-Philippe Mateta?
By Doppel's fit score, Igor Thiago (Brentford) is the closest profile to Jean-Philippe Mateta, with a 82/100 overall match. Álvaro Morata and Thijs Dallinga are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jean-Philippe Mateta?
Yes. Stefano Marino (SC Paderborn 07) plays a similar striker role and rates 83/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jean-Philippe Mateta?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jean-Philippe Mateta's 2025/26 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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