Players like Joris Kayembe
LBKRC Genk · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoris Kayembe's profile ↗
The players most similar to Joris Kayembe are Lucas Esquivel, Tuur Rommens, Joško Gvardiol. Doppel rates Lucas Esquivel (Athletico) a 80/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Vasilios Zagaritis scores 82/100 at about €3.2m. Data as of September 2026.
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Joris Kayembe is a dynamic attacking left-back, showcasing his ability to influence play with accurate final-third passes and long balls. With a Sofascore rating in the top 11% of his positional peers, he consistently delivers quality performances, underscoring his reliability with only seven games missed over the past three seasons. His impressive touch and involvement in the attacking phase make him a valuable asset on the flank, contributing both defensively and offensively for KRC Genk.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes, Touches. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Joris Kayembe
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lucas Esquivelsimilar↗ | Athletico | 25 | €7.2m | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Tuur Rommenssimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €7.3m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Joško Gvardiolsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 24 | €64m | 89 | 81 |
| 4 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Luca Netzsimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 23 | €7.7m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Vasilios Zagaritissimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 25 | €3.2m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Neco Williamssimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 25 | €26m | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Gabriel Suazosimilar↗ | Sevilla | 29 | €6.6m | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 29 | €3.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Wendellsimilar↗ | São Paulo | 33 | €1.6m | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Daam Foulonsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 27 | €1.9m | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Maximilian Mittelstädtsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 29 | €20m | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joris Kayembe
≈ 100% Joris Kayembe · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Joris Kayembe · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Joris Kayembe · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Joris Kayembe?
Statistically, Lucas Esquivel (Athletico) is the closest look-alike to Joris Kayembe — a 80/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Joris Kayembe?
By Doppel's fit score, Lucas Esquivel (Athletico) is the closest profile to Joris Kayembe, with a 80/100 overall match. Tuur Rommens and Joško Gvardiol are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Joris Kayembe?
Yes. Vasilios Zagaritis (SC Heerenveen) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €3.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Joris Kayembe?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Joris Kayembe'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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