Players like Jordan Henderson
CM/CDMBrentford · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJordan Henderson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jordan Henderson are Ben Whiteman, Jack Hinshelwood, Kartal Kayra Yılmaz. Doppel rates Ben Whiteman (Preston North End) a 79/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Görkem Sağlam scores 84/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Jordan Henderson is a cerebral deep-lying playmaker, adept at orchestrating the midfield with an impressive ability to create big chances and deliver accurate long balls. His top 26% Sofascore rating highlights his quality, while his consistent availability underscores his reliability. Although he may not dominate duels or dribbles, his vision and passing precision make him a vital asset in transitioning play and setting up attacks.
Strengths: Big chances created, Accurate long balls, Touches. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jordan Henderson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ben Whitemansimilar↗ | Preston North End | 30 | €2.1m | 92 | 79 |
| 2 | Jack Hinshelwoodsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 21 | €27m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €2.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | George Thomasonsimilar↗ | Wrexham | 24 | €2.4m | 89 | 79 |
| 5 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 32 | €900k | 88 | 79 |
| 6 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 30 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 87 | 84 |
| 9 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Carlos Solersimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 29 | €6.6m | 87 | 79 |
| 12 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jordan Henderson
≈ 100% Jordan Henderson · strong: Clearances, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Jordan Henderson · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Jordan Henderson · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Jordan Henderson?
Statistically, Ben Whiteman (Preston North End) is the closest look-alike to Jordan Henderson — a 79/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Jordan Henderson?
By Doppel's fit score, Ben Whiteman (Preston North End) is the closest profile to Jordan Henderson, with a 79/100 overall match. Jack Hinshelwood and Kartal Kayra Yılmaz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jordan Henderson?
Yes. Görkem Sağlam (Kayserispor) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jordan Henderson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jordan Henderson'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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