Players like Jonny Evans
CBManchester United · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitJonny Evans's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jonny Evans are Abdulay Juma Bah, Marco Rente, Matt Doherty. Doppel rates Abdulay Juma Bah (Nice) a 78/100 overall match — 87/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Syb Van Ottele scores 81/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Jonny Evans is a seasoned, defensive stalwart, showcasing a solid positional awareness and the ability to win duels, ranking in the top 12% for tackles and interceptions among his peers. Despite his current Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 46%, his experience and reliability make him a dependable presence at the back when fit. However, his injury history raises concerns about availability, having missed significant time over the past few seasons, which could impact his overall contribution.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won, Touches. Availability: 32 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jonny Evans
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abdulay Juma Bahsimilar↗ | Nice | 20 | €10m | 87 | 78 |
| 2 | Marco Rentesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 29 | €1.4m | 86 | 80 |
| 3 | Matt Dohertysimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 34 | €1.0m | 85 | 78 |
| 4 | Matheus Araújosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 25 | €3.4m | 85 | 78 |
| 5 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 84 | 81 |
| 6 | Noahkai Bankssimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 20 | €19m | 84 | 79 |
| 7 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 82 | 79 |
| 8 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 82 | 79 |
| 9 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 30 | €1.0m | 82 | 80 |
| 10 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 82 | 79 |
| 11 | Nicolás Valentinisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 25 | €3.1m | 82 | 79 |
| 12 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 82 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jonny Evans
≈ 100% Jonny Evans · strong: Clearances, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Jonny Evans · strong: Accurate crosses, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Jonny Evans · strong: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jonny Evans?
By Doppel's fit score, Abdulay Juma Bah (Nice) is the closest profile to Jonny Evans, with a 78/100 overall match. Marco Rente and Matt Doherty are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jonny Evans?
Yes. Syb Van Ottele (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jonny Evans?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jonny Evans's 2023/24 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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