Players like Jon Martin
CBReal Sociedad · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJon Martin's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jon Martin are Michael Keane, Ethan Pinnock, Antoine Mendy. Doppel rates Michael Keane (Everton) a 85/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dan Zagadou scores 84/100 at about €1.9m. Data as of October 2026.
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Jon Martin is a robust, defensive-minded centre-back, excelling in aerial duels and clearances, making him a formidable presence in the backline. Despite a Sofascore rating that places him in the bottom 24% of his peers, his durability shines through with only two games missed over the last three seasons. While his distribution could improve, his ability to dominate physical battles and contribute defensively makes him a reliable option for any team.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won, Duels won. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jon Martin
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michael Keanesimilar↗ | Everton | 33 | €2.8m | 95 | 85 |
| 2 | Ethan Pinnocksimilar↗ | Coventry City | 33 | €2.8m | 94 | 83 |
| 3 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Axel Disasisimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 28 | €16m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Kialonda Gasparsimilar↗ | Lecce | 29 | €2.9m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Abdelhamid Ait Boudlalsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 20 | €13m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jon Martin
≈ 100% Jon Martin · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Jon Martin · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Jon Martin · strong: Duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Jon Martin?
Statistically, Michael Keane (Everton) is the closest look-alike to Jon Martin — a 85/100 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 Jon Martin?
By Doppel's fit score, Michael Keane (Everton) is the closest profile to Jon Martin, with a 85/100 overall match. Ethan Pinnock and Antoine Mendy are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jon Martin?
Yes. Dan Zagadou (VfB Stuttgart) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jon Martin?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jon Martin'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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