Players like Valentín Gómez
CBVélez Sarsfield · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitValentín Gómez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Valentín Gómez are Kristoffer Ajer, Nordi Mukiele, Kervin Arriaga. Doppel rates Kristoffer Ajer (Brentford) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Syb Van Ottele scores 84/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Valentín Gómez is a robust, aerially dominant centre-back known for his reliability and defensive prowess. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 26% of his peers, he excels in aerial duels, showcasing his ability to command the airspace effectively. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only three games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable presence in defense. While he may not contribute much in terms of ball progression or attacking metrics, his defensive solidity is invaluable.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, 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 | Kristoffer Ajersimilar↗ | Brentford | 28 | €20m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Nordi Mukielesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 29 | €15m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Yerson Mosquerasimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 25 | €13m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Rasmus Kristensensimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 29 | €11m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Valentín Gómez
≈ 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
≈ 100% Valentín Gómez · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Valentín Gómez?
By Doppel's fit score, Kristoffer Ajer (Brentford) is the closest profile to Valentín Gómez, with a 84/100 overall match. Nordi Mukiele and Kervin Arriaga are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Valentín Gómez?
Yes. Syb Van Ottele (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €600k.
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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