Players like Igor Zubeldia
CBReal Sociedad · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIgor Zubeldia's profile ↗
The players most similar to Igor Zubeldia are Kevin Ehlers, Leo Greiml, Alan Matturro. Doppel rates Kevin Ehlers (Eintracht Braunschweig) a 78/100 overall match — 87/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rio Hillen scores 80/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Igor Zubeldia is a reliable ball-playing centre-back known for his impressive aerial prowess and ability to distribute the ball effectively. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 35% of his peers, he showcases top-tier metrics in aerial duels, touches, and accurate long balls, making him a strong presence in defense and build-up play. His durability is noteworthy, with only 11 games missed over the last three seasons, highlighting his consistency and reliability for Real Sociedad.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Touches, Accurate long balls. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Igor Zubeldia
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Ehlerssimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 25 | €1.0m | 87 | 78 |
| 2 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 87 | 81 |
| 3 | Alan Matturrosimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €4.1m | 86 | 80 |
| 4 | Aurèle Amendasimilar↗ | Coventry City | 23 | €10m | 86 | 78 |
| 5 | Simon Gravessimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 27 | €1.4m | 84 | 79 |
| 6 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 83 | 81 |
| 7 | Albian Hajdarisimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 23 | €24m | 83 | 79 |
| 8 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 83 | 80 |
| 9 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 83 | 78 |
| 10 | Maximilian Wöbersimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 28 | €2.7m | 83 | 79 |
| 11 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 82 | 83 |
| 12 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 22 | €700k | 82 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Igor Zubeldia
≈ 100% Igor Zubeldia · low reliability
≈ 100% Igor Zubeldia · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Igor Zubeldia · strong: Clearances, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Igor Zubeldia?
Statistically, Kevin Ehlers (Eintracht Braunschweig) is the closest look-alike to Igor Zubeldia — a 78/100 profile match (87/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Igor Zubeldia?
By Doppel's fit score, Kevin Ehlers (Eintracht Braunschweig) is the closest profile to Igor Zubeldia, with a 78/100 overall match. Leo Greiml and Alan Matturro are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Igor Zubeldia?
Yes. Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Igor Zubeldia?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Igor Zubeldia's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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