Players like José Martínez
CM/CDMCorinthians · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosé Martínez's profile ↗
The players most similar to José Martínez are Marc Domenech, Thomas Van den Keybus, Nayel Mehssatou. Doppel rates Marc Domenech (FC Andorra) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kenzo Goudmijn scores 80/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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José Martínez is a deep-lying playmaker with a knack for delivering accurate long balls, ranking in the top 15% of his peers. Despite being in the bottom 13% overall, his ability to contribute in attack with finishing skills showcases his versatility. With only 12 games missed over the last three seasons, he proves to be a durable presence in midfield, offering teams a reliable option for orchestrating play from deep.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to José Martínez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marc Domenechsimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €700k | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Nayel Mehssatousimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 24 | €1.5m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Tika de Jongesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 23 | €1.7m | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Felix Keidelsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 23 | €1.2m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Kenzo Goudmijnsimilar↗ | Grasshopper Club Zürich | 25 | €600k | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Laurin Ulrichsimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 21 | €3.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 23 | €600k | 86 | 83 |
| 10 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 86 | 83 |
| 12 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match José Martínez
≈ 100% José Martínez · low reliability
≈ 100% José Martínez · strong: Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% José Martínez · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to José Martínez?
Statistically, Marc Domenech (FC Andorra) is the closest look-alike to José Martínez — a 81/100 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 José Martínez?
By Doppel's fit score, Marc Domenech (FC Andorra) is the closest profile to José Martínez, with a 81/100 overall match. Thomas Van den Keybus and Nayel Mehssatou are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to José Martínez?
Yes. Kenzo Goudmijn (Grasshopper Club Zürich) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to José Martínez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from José Martínez's 2025 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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