Players like Jan Vertonghen
CBRSC Anderlecht · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitJan Vertonghen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jan Vertonghen are Luka Vušković, Otávio, Edmond Tapsoba. Doppel rates Luka Vušković (Brighton & Hove Albion) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Justin Hoogma scores 82/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Jan Vertonghen is a ball-playing centre-back who excels in distribution, evidenced by his elite long ball accuracy in the top 1% of his positional peers. At 39, he remains a top performer, boasting a Sofascore rating in the top 9%, showcasing his ability to contribute both defensively and offensively with 3 goals and 1 assist this season. While his tackling and interception metrics suggest a less aggressive approach, his durability is a concern with a notable history of injuries, making his reliability a critical factor for team selection.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 51 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jan Vertonghen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luka Vuškovićsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 19 | €64m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Otáviosimilar↗ | Paris FC | 24 | €9.6m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Edmond Tapsobasimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 27 | €37m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Chancel Mbembasimilar↗ | Lille | 32 | €1.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Justin Hoogmasimilar↗ | Willem II Tilburg | 28 | €500k | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Fabian Schärsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 35 | €3.9m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 89 | 86 |
| 11 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Ümit Akdağsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 23 | €6.4m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jan Vertonghen
≈ 100% Jan Vertonghen · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Jan Vertonghen · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Jan Vertonghen · strong: Touches, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Jan Vertonghen?
Statistically, Luka Vušković (Brighton & Hove Albion) is the closest look-alike to Jan Vertonghen — a 84/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Jan Vertonghen?
By Doppel's fit score, Luka Vušković (Brighton & Hove Albion) is the closest profile to Jan Vertonghen, with a 84/100 overall match. Otávio and Edmond Tapsoba are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jan Vertonghen?
Yes. Justin Hoogma (Willem II Tilburg) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jan Vertonghen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jan Vertonghen's 2023/24 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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