Players like Jair
CBBotafogo · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitJair's profile ↗
Jair is a centre-back for Botafogo in the Brazilian Serie A, with 11 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025 season. Players similar to Jair include Gabriele Calvani from Frosinone (fit 83/100) and Emin Bayram from KVC Westerlo (fit 85/100), both showcasing comparable defensive capabilities. Other notable mentions are Ümit Akdağ from Alanyaspor and Gustaf Lagerbielke from Sporting Braga, both fitting well within a similar role and statistical profile.
About Jair
Jair is an elite ball-playing centre-back with a commanding presence in aerial duels, ranking in the top 1% of his peers. His impressive Sofascore rating places him among the top 6% of centre-backs, highlighting his overall quality and reliability on the pitch. While his offensive contributions are limited, his durability is a standout trait, having not missed a game in the last three seasons, making him a dependable fixture in defence.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Shots. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jair
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 88 | 83 |
| 2 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 87 | 85 |
| 3 | Ümit Akdağsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 23 | €6.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 4 | Gustaf Lagerbielkesimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 26 | €10m | 87 | 81 |
| 5 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 86 | 83 |
| 6 | Alec Van Hoorenbeecksimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 28 | €600k | 86 | 81 |
| 7 | Kevin Dikssimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €4.8m | 86 | 82 |
| 8 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 85 | 82 |
| 9 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 85 | 83 |
| 10 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 85 | 82 |
| 11 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 84 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jair
≈ 100% Jair · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Jair · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Jair · strong: Successful dribbles, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jair?
By Doppel's fit score, Gabriele Calvani (Frosinone) is the closest profile to Jair, with a 83/100 overall match. Emin Bayram and Ümit Akdağ are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jair?
Yes. Alec Van Hoorenbeeck (Heracles Almelo) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jair?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jair's 2025 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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