Players like Reece James
RB/CM/CDMChelsea · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitReece James's profile ↗
The players most similar to Reece James are Elliot Anderson, James Garner, Pedro Porro. Doppel rates Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest) a 84/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kieran Trippier scores 86/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of September 2026.
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Reece James is a dynamic attacking right-back, showcasing elite qualities in both defense and midfield play. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 13% among positional peers, underlining his ability to influence games with exceptional touches, accurate crosses, and creativity in the final third. While his injury history raises concerns about reliability, when fit, he is a vital asset capable of turning matches with his offensive contributions.
Strengths: Touches, Accurate crosses, Big chances created. Availability: 81 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Reece James
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elliot Andersonsimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 24 | €68m | 96 | 84 |
| 2 | James Garnersimilar↗ | Everton | 25 | €48m | 96 | 83 |
| 3 | Pedro Porrosimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 27 | €32m | 94 | 84 |
| 4 | Kieran Trippiersimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 36 | €1.4m | 94 | 86 |
| 5 | João Cancelosimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 32 | €8.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Tom Bischofsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 21 | €39m | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 93 | 84 |
| 10 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 28 | €19m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 91 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Reece James
≈ 100% Reece James · strong: Duels won, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Reece James · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Reece James · strong: Touches, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Reece James?
By Doppel's fit score, Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest) is the closest profile to Reece James, with a 84/100 overall match. James Garner and Pedro Porro are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Reece James?
Yes. Kieran Trippier (Newcastle United) plays a similar right back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Reece James?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Reece James's 2025/26 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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