Players like Igor Jesus
STNottingham Forest · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIgor Jesus's profile ↗
The players most similar to Igor Jesus are Toni Martínez, Richarlison, Etta Eyong. Doppel rates Toni Martínez (Deportivo Alavés) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Junior Adamu scores 80/100 at about €2.8m. Data as of October 2026.
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Igor Jesus stands out as a tenacious pressing forward, showcasing impressive defensive contributions with top-tier metrics in clearances and duels won. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 12% of his peers, his work rate and ability to regain possession in the attacking third highlight his value in disrupting opposition play. With no games missed in the last three seasons, he proves to be a durable asset for Nottingham Forest.
Strengths: Clearances, Possession won in att. third, Duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Igor Jesus
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toni Martínezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 29 | €7.3m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Richarlisonsimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 29 | €24m | 92 | 79 |
| 3 | Etta Eyongsimilar↗ | Levante UD | 23 | €16m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Tim Kleindienstsimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 31 | €7.7m | 91 | 79 |
| 5 | Gorka Guruzetasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 30 | €4.6m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Lukas Nmechasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €9.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Phillip Tietzsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 29 | €3.8m | 90 | 79 |
| 8 | Junior Adamusimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 25 | €2.8m | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Thijs Dallingasimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 26 | €9.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Álvaro Moratasimilar↗ | Como | 34 | €6.2m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Kevin Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 26 | €5.8m | 89 | 80 |
| 12 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Igor Jesus
≈ 100% Igor Jesus · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Igor Jesus · strong: Clearances, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Igor Jesus · strong: Possession won in att. third, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Igor Jesus?
Statistically, Toni Martínez (Deportivo Alavés) is the closest look-alike to Igor Jesus — a 81/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Igor Jesus?
By Doppel's fit score, Toni Martínez (Deportivo Alavés) is the closest profile to Igor Jesus, with a 81/100 overall match. Richarlison and Etta Eyong are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Igor Jesus?
Yes. Junior Adamu (FC Schalke 04) plays a similar striker role and rates 80/100 at roughly €2.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Igor Jesus?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Igor Jesus'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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