Players like Jorge Sáenz
CBLeganés · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJorge Sáenz's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jorge Sáenz are Kazunari Kita, David Robert Bates, Paulo Oliveira. Doppel rates Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) a 80/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Paulo Oliveira scores 80/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Jorge Sáenz is a reliable, aerially dominant centre-back, excelling in defensive duels with a top 25% ranking in aerial duels won. His solid presence in the backline is complemented by impressive durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While his key passes and tackles may not stand out, his overall performance in the top 28% of his positional peers showcases his effectiveness in maintaining defensive stability.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jorge Sáenz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 90 | 80 |
| 2 | David Robert Batessimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 30 | €1.9m | 89 | 81 |
| 3 | Paulo Oliveirasimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 34 | €400k | 88 | 80 |
| 4 | Ryan Flamingosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €15m | 86 | 80 |
| 5 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 86 | 83 |
| 6 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Santiago Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 28 | €9.2m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 86 | 80 |
| 9 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 85 | 79 |
| 10 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 85 | 79 |
| 11 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 85 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jorge Sáenz
≈ 100% Jorge Sáenz · low reliability
≈ 100% Jorge Sáenz · strong: Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Jorge Sáenz · strong: Clearances, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Jorge Sáenz?
Statistically, Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) is the closest look-alike to Jorge Sáenz — a 80/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Jorge Sáenz?
By Doppel's fit score, Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) is the closest profile to Jorge Sáenz, with a 80/100 overall match. David Robert Bates and Paulo Oliveira are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jorge Sáenz?
Yes. Paulo Oliveira (Sporting Braga) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jorge Sáenz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jorge Sáenz'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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