Players like Jordan James
CM/CDM/CAMLeicester City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJordan James's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jordan James are Robin van Cruijsen, Youssef Maziz, Alfie Devine. Doppel rates Robin van Cruijsen (FC Volendam) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jens Toornstra scores 84/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Jordan James is a goal-scoring defensive midfielder with a knack for finishing, showcasing his ability to contribute significantly in the attacking third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 43% of his peers, he stands out for his impressive non-penalty goals, ranking in the top 5% for finishing. While his passing metrics in the final third could improve, his durability is a notable asset, having missed just 7 games over the last three seasons, marking him as a reliable presence in the midfield.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jordan James
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Robin van Cruijsensimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 20 | €1.1m | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Youssef Mazizsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 93 | 87 |
| 3 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Finn Azazsimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 26 | €19m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €200k | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Jakob Breumsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €5.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Tjaronn Cherysimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 38 | €400k | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Andrea Colpanisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €3.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Franco Cristaldosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 30 | €3.6m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Jeppe Erenbjergsimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 26 | €4.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Conor Chaplinsimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 29 | €2.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jordan James
≈ 100% Jordan James · strong: Key passes, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Jordan James · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Jordan James · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jordan James?
By Doppel's fit score, Robin van Cruijsen (FC Volendam) is the closest profile to Jordan James, with a 86/100 overall match. Youssef Maziz and Alfie Devine are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jordan James?
Yes. Jens Toornstra (FC Utrecht) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jordan James?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jordan James'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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