Players like Joshua Kitolano
CM/CDMSparta Rotterdam · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoshua Kitolano's profile ↗
The players most similar to Joshua Kitolano are Jean Victor Makengo, Ibrahim Olawoyin, Davy van den Berg. Doppel rates Jean Victor Makengo (Lorient) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Thomas Bruns scores 83/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Joshua Kitolano is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for finding the back of the net, showcasing himself as a goal-scoring defensive midfielder. With a solid Sofascore rating placing him in the top 47% of his peers, he excels in finishing and successful dribbles, making him a valuable asset in attack. However, his injury history raises concerns about his availability, as he has missed a significant number of games recently.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals, Successful dribbles. Availability: 22 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Joshua Kitolano
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jean Victor Makengosimilar↗ | Lorient | 28 | €5.6m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Ibrahim Olawoyinsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 29 | €2.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Kacper Kozłowskisimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 23 | €5.6m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Laurin Ulrichsimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 21 | €3.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Thomas Brunssimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 34 | €200k | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Victor Torpsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Luis Hasasimilar↗ | Carrarese | 22 | €4.4m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joshua Kitolano
≈ 100% Joshua Kitolano · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Joshua Kitolano · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Joshua Kitolano · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Joshua Kitolano?
Statistically, Jean Victor Makengo (Lorient) is the closest look-alike to Joshua Kitolano — a 83/100 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 Joshua Kitolano?
By Doppel's fit score, Jean Victor Makengo (Lorient) is the closest profile to Joshua Kitolano, with a 83/100 overall match. Ibrahim Olawoyin and Davy van den Berg are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Joshua Kitolano?
Yes. Thomas Bruns (Heracles Almelo) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Joshua Kitolano?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Joshua Kitolano's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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