Players like Jerome Opoku
CBBaşakşehir FK · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJerome Opoku's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jerome Opoku are Gabriele Calvani, Casper Widell, Simon Graves. Doppel rates Gabriele Calvani (Frosinone) a 84/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrew Hughes scores 82/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Jerome Opoku is a commanding aerial defender, excelling in the air with a remarkable success rate that places him in the top 3% among his positional peers. While his overall quality sits below the elite level, his durability is a standout trait, having missed just four games in three seasons, showcasing his reliability. However, he could improve his contributions in build-up play, as his long ball accuracy and tackle/interception metrics suggest room for growth in those areas.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jerome Opoku
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 90 | 84 |
| 2 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Simon Gravessimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 27 | €1.4m | 89 | 81 |
| 4 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 25 | €6.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Axel Disasisimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 28 | €16m | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Andrea Carbonisimilar↗ | Monza | 25 | €2.8m | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 10 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 86 | 82 |
| 11 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 86 | 84 |
| 12 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jerome Opoku
≈ 100% Jerome Opoku · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Jerome Opoku · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Jerome Opoku · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Jerome Opoku?
Statistically, Gabriele Calvani (Frosinone) is the closest look-alike to Jerome Opoku — a 84/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Jerome Opoku?
By Doppel's fit score, Gabriele Calvani (Frosinone) is the closest profile to Jerome Opoku, with a 84/100 overall match. Casper Widell and Simon Graves are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jerome Opoku?
Yes. Andrew Hughes (Preston North End) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jerome Opoku?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jerome Opoku'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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