Players like José Luis Gayà
LBValencia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosé Luis Gayà's profile ↗
The players most similar to José Luis Gayà are Neco Williams, Hennes Behrens, Hugo Bueno. Doppel rates Neco Williams (Nottingham Forest) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Aske Adelgaard scores 82/100 at about €900k. Data as of September 2026.
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José Luis Gayà is a tenacious defensive left-back, known for his aggressive tackling and ability to win duels, ranking in the top 11% for tackles and interceptions among his peers. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 39%, his defensive prowess and contributions in the attacking third make him a reliable presence when fit. However, his injury history, with significant time missed over the past three seasons, raises concerns about his durability on the pitch.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third, Clearances. Availability: 23 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to José Luis Gayà
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neco Williamssimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 25 | €26m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Hennes Behrenssimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €5.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Hugo Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 24 | €13m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Maximilian Mittelstädtsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 29 | €20m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Ismail Jakobssimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €8.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €900k | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Patrick Dorgusimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €33m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Souffian El Karouanisimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €14m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Leeds United | 30 | €3.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Quentin Merlinsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €15m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Emanuele Valerisimilar↗ | Parma | 28 | €2.9m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match José Luis Gayà
≈ 100% José Luis Gayà · strong: Shots, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% José Luis Gayà · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% José Luis Gayà · strong: Accurate crosses, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for José Luis Gayà?
By Doppel's fit score, Neco Williams (Nottingham Forest) is the closest profile to José Luis Gayà, with a 83/100 overall match. Hennes Behrens and Hugo Bueno are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to José Luis Gayà?
Yes. Aske Adelgaard (Go Ahead Eagles) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to José Luis Gayà?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from José Luis Gayà's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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