Players like Curtis Jones
CM/CDMLiverpool FC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCurtis Jones's profile ↗
The players most similar to Curtis Jones are Youssouf Fofana, Edu Expósito, Jude Bellingham. Doppel rates Youssouf Fofana (AS Monaco) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Abdelkahar Kadri scores 85/100 at about €2.6m. Data as of September 2026.
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Curtis Jones is a versatile central midfielder known for his exceptional playmaking ability and ball retention. With a top-tier rating among his positional peers, he excels in accurate final-third passes and successful dribbles, showcasing his capacity to influence the game creatively. While he may struggle with aerial duels and finishing, his durability is a concern given a history of injuries, but when fit, he is a dynamic asset for Liverpool’s midfield.
Strengths: Touches, Accurate final-third passes, Accurate long balls. Availability: 23 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Curtis Jones
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €25m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 93 | 86 |
| 3 | Jude Bellinghamsimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 23 | €123m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Mikkel Damsgaardsimilar↗ | Brentford | 26 | €29m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Lucas Paquetásimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €36m | 93 | 83 |
| 6 | Henrikh Mkhitaryansimilar↗ | Inter | 37 | €2.9m | 92 | 83 |
| 7 | Valentín Barcosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €44m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Arda Gülersimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €87m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | André Almeidasimilar↗ | Valencia | 26 | €6.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 12 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Curtis Jones
≈ 100% Curtis Jones · strong: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Curtis Jones · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Curtis Jones · strong: xG + xA, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Curtis Jones?
By Doppel's fit score, Youssouf Fofana (AS Monaco) is the closest profile to Curtis Jones, with a 85/100 overall match. Edu Expósito and Jude Bellingham are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Curtis Jones?
Yes. Abdelkahar Kadri (KV Kortrijk) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €2.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Curtis Jones?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Curtis Jones'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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