Players like Juan Sforza
CM/CDMCA Talleres · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitJuan Sforza's profile ↗
The players most similar to Juan Sforza are Jesús Bernal, Cristiano Bani, José Ángel Jurado. Doppel rates Jesús Bernal (Sporting Gijón) a 80/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, José Ángel Jurado scores 77/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Juan Sforza is a robust defensive midfielder with a strong aerial presence and a knack for precise long passes, showcasing his ability to control the game from deep. With a Sofascore rating in the top 45%, he consistently demonstrates reliability and durability, missing no games in the last three seasons. While his creativity in the final third may not be his strongest suit, his defensive attributes make him a valuable asset in disrupting opposition play and transitioning the ball effectively.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Juan Sforza
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jesús Bernalsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 30 | €500k | 95 | 80 |
| 2 | Cristiano Banisimilar↗ | Mantova | 27 | €500k | 93 | 79 |
| 3 | José Ángel Juradosimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 34 | €200k | 92 | 77 |
| 4 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Empoli | 24 | €700k | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 92 | 81 |
| 6 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 92 | 78 |
| 7 | Miguel Atienzasimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 27 | €1.0m | 91 | 78 |
| 8 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 29 | €600k | 91 | 79 |
| 9 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 10 | Yannick Engelhardtsimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 25 | €6.5m | 91 | 77 |
| 11 | Daniel Elfadlisimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 29 | €3.3m | 91 | 76 |
| 12 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 26 | €400k | 90 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Juan Sforza
≈ 100% Juan Sforza · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Juan Sforza · strong: Clearances, Touches · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Juan Sforza · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Juan Sforza?
Statistically, Jesús Bernal (Sporting Gijón) is the closest look-alike to Juan Sforza — a 80/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Juan Sforza?
By Doppel's fit score, Jesús Bernal (Sporting Gijón) is the closest profile to Juan Sforza, with a 80/100 overall match. Cristiano Bani and José Ángel Jurado are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Juan Sforza?
Yes. José Ángel Jurado (Deportivo de A Coruña) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Juan Sforza?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Juan Sforza's 2026 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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