Players like Isaac James
LMFC Alverca · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsaac James's profile ↗
The players most similar to Isaac James are Giuseppe Pezzella, Franco Carboni, Fabio Ferraro. Doppel rates Giuseppe Pezzella (Cremonese) a 77/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Thomas Delaine scores 76/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Isaac James is a tenacious left midfielder, excelling in defensive duties with impressive clearances and tackles, marking him as a robust presence on the pitch. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 31% of his positional peers, his durability shines through with zero games missed in three seasons, showcasing his reliability. While he may struggle in creating goal-scoring opportunities, his defensive contributions make him a valuable asset in maintaining team shape and solidity.
Strengths: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Isaac James
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giuseppe Pezzellasimilar↗ | Cremonese | 29 | €2.1m | 92 | 77 |
| 2 | Franco Carbonisimilar↗ | Parma | 23 | €900k | 90 | 78 |
| 3 | Fabio Ferrarosimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 24 | €1.2m | 89 | 78 |
| 4 | Romario Röschsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 27 | €400k | 89 | 77 |
| 5 | Thomas Delainesimilar↗ | Le Havre | 34 | €300k | 89 | 76 |
| 6 | Florian Kleinhanslsimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 26 | €500k | 89 | 78 |
| 7 | Luca Netzsimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 23 | €7.7m | 88 | 76 |
| 8 | Finn Porathsimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 29 | €800k | 88 | 76 |
| 9 | John Tolkinsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €2.4m | 87 | 78 |
| 10 | Emanuele Valerisimilar↗ | Parma | 28 | €2.9m | 87 | 76 |
| 11 | Kristoffer Lundsimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 24 | €4.3m | 87 | 76 |
| 12 | Hugo Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 24 | €13m | 87 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Isaac James
≈ 100% Isaac James · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Isaac James · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Isaac James · strong: Successful dribbles, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Isaac James?
Statistically, Giuseppe Pezzella (Cremonese) is the closest look-alike to Isaac James — a 77/100 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 Isaac James?
By Doppel's fit score, Giuseppe Pezzella (Cremonese) is the closest profile to Isaac James, with a 77/100 overall match. Franco Carboni and Fabio Ferraro are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Isaac James?
Yes. Thomas Delaine (Le Havre) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 76/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Isaac James?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Isaac James's 2025/26 season, then ranks left midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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