Players like Jonathan Buatu
CBGil Vicente · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJonathan Buatu's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jonathan Buatu are Filippo Delli Carri, Arda Kızıldağ, Husniddin Aliqulov. Doppel rates Filippo Delli Carri (Monza) a 86/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Maximilian Großer scores 86/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Jonathan Buatu is a durable centre-back known for his ability to create big chances from the back, showcasing a unique playmaking trait for his position. While his overall quality ranks in the bottom third among peers, his strong passing vision offers an unexpected outlet in attack. However, he may struggle defensively with tackles and interceptions, making him more of a ball-playing defender than a traditional stopper. With only four games missed in the last three seasons, he’s a reliable presence on the pitch.
Strengths: Big chances created. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jonathan Buatu
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Filippo Delli Carrisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €1.4m | 93 | 86 |
| 2 | Arda Kızıldağsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 28 | €800k | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 90 | 86 |
| 5 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 89 | 85 |
| 8 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 89 | 86 |
| 9 | Gustavo Gómezsimilar↗ | Palmeiras | 33 | €3.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jonathan Buatu
≈ 100% Jonathan Buatu · strong: xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Jonathan Buatu · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
≈ 100% Jonathan Buatu · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Jonathan Buatu?
Statistically, Filippo Delli Carri (Monza) is the closest look-alike to Jonathan Buatu — 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 Jonathan Buatu?
By Doppel's fit score, Filippo Delli Carri (Monza) is the closest profile to Jonathan Buatu, with a 86/100 overall match. Arda Kızıldağ and Husniddin Aliqulov are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jonathan Buatu?
Yes. Maximilian Großer (Arminia Bielefeld) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jonathan Buatu?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jonathan Buatu'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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