Players like Janderson
STGöztepe · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJanderson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Janderson are Steve Ngoura, Jean-Philippe Mateta, Junior Adamu. Doppel rates Steve Ngoura (Cercle Brugge) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Junior Adamu scores 80/100 at about €2.8m. Data as of October 2026.
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Janderson is a hard-working forward with a knack for winning possession in the attacking third, showcasing his relentless pressing style. Despite a Sofascore rating that places him in the bottom tier of his peers, his aerial ability and creation of big chances highlight his potential to influence games positively. With impressive durability, missing only two matches in three seasons, he offers reliability to his squad, making him a valuable asset even in a challenging season.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won, Big chances created. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Janderson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Steve Ngourasimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €4.7m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Jean-Philippe Matetasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 29 | €29m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Junior Adamusimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 25 | €2.8m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Iván Romerosimilar↗ | Levante UD | 25 | €7.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Rômulosimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 24 | €32m | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Ermedin Demirovićsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €20m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Kevin Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 26 | €5.8m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Álvaro Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €9.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Yussuf Poulsensimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 32 | €900k | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Etta Eyongsimilar↗ | Levante UD | 23 | €16m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Evann Guessandsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 25 | €24m | 88 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Janderson
≈ 100% Janderson · strong: Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Janderson · strong: Non-penalty goals, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Janderson · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Janderson?
Statistically, Steve Ngoura (Cercle Brugge) is the closest look-alike to Janderson — a 82/100 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 Janderson?
By Doppel's fit score, Steve Ngoura (Cercle Brugge) is the closest profile to Janderson, with a 82/100 overall match. Jean-Philippe Mateta and Junior Adamu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Janderson?
Yes. Junior Adamu (FC Schalke 04) plays a similar striker role and rates 80/100 at roughly €2.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Janderson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Janderson's 2025/26 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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