Players like Valentín Gómez
CBReal Betis · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitValentín Gómez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Valentín Gómez are Siebe Horemans, Kristoffer Ajer, Nordi Mukiele. Doppel rates Siebe Horemans (FC Utrecht) a 86/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danny da Costa scores 85/100 at about €1.1m. Data as of October 2026.
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Valentín Gómez is a commanding ball-playing centre-back, excelling in aerial duels and showcasing elite quality with a Sofascore rating in the top 2% of his peers. His ability to win headers and contribute to build-up play underlines his reliability in defense, while his durability—missing only three games in the past three seasons—adds to his value as a consistent presence. Though not heavily involved in attacking phases, his defensive prowess and composure make him a standout performer in La Liga.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Valentín Gómez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Siebe Horemanssimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 28 | €2.9m | 93 | 86 |
| 2 | Kristoffer Ajersimilar↗ | Brentford | 28 | €24m | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Nordi Mukielesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 29 | €15m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Pathé Ismaël Cisssimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 32 | €1.6m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Yerson Mosquerasimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 25 | €13m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Valentín Gómez
≈ 100% Valentín Gómez · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Valentín Gómez · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Valentín Gómez · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Valentín Gómez?
Statistically, Siebe Horemans (FC Utrecht) is the closest look-alike to Valentín Gómez — a 86/100 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 Valentín Gómez?
By Doppel's fit score, Siebe Horemans (FC Utrecht) is the closest profile to Valentín Gómez, with a 86/100 overall match. Kristoffer Ajer and Nordi Mukiele are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Valentín Gómez?
Yes. Danny da Costa (1. FSV Mainz 05) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Valentín Gómez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Valentín Gómez's 2025/26 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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