Players like José Fonte
CBCasa Pia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosé Fonte's profile ↗
The players most similar to José Fonte are Gabriele Guarino, Axel Drouhin, Ze Vitor. Doppel rates Gabriele Guarino (Empoli) a 88/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrea Tiritiello scores 86/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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José Fonte embodies the archetype of a traditional, commanding centre-back, excelling in defensive duties with impressive clearance rates and aerial prowess. Despite his age, he remains durable and reliable, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While his contributions in possession may not stand out, his defensive acumen keeps him competitive, even if he currently ranks in the bottom 25% of his peers overall.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to José Fonte
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 92 | 88 |
| 2 | Axel Drouhinsimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 26 | €1.2m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Seid Koraćsimilar↗ | Venezia | 25 | €1.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 25 | €6.7m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 8 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 89 | 86 |
| 9 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 88 | 86 |
| 10 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match José Fonte
≈ 100% José Fonte · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% José Fonte · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% José Fonte · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to José Fonte?
Statistically, Gabriele Guarino (Empoli) is the closest look-alike to José Fonte — a 88/100 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 José Fonte?
By Doppel's fit score, Gabriele Guarino (Empoli) is the closest profile to José Fonte, with a 88/100 overall match. Axel Drouhin and Ze Vitor are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to José Fonte?
Yes. Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to José Fonte?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from José Fonte'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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