Players like Joel Ordóñez
CBClub Brugge KV · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoel Ordóñez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Joel Ordóñez are Yarek Gasiorowski, André Ramalho, Florian Lejeune. Doppel rates Yarek Gasiorowski (PSV Eindhoven) a 83/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Craig Forsyth scores 84/100 at about €100k. Data as of September 2026.
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Joel Ordóñez is an attacking-minded centre-back who excels in contributing to the scoreline, evidenced by his impressive non-penalty goals and finishing metrics. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 40% of his positional peers, he combines scoring ability with accurate final-third distribution, making him a valuable asset in building attacks from the back. While his defensive metrics could improve, his reliability is underscored by only 11 games missed in three seasons, showcasing his durability and commitment.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Joel Ordóñez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yarek Gasiorowskisimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 21 | €17m | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 34 | €800k | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Florian Lejeunesimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 35 | €1.7m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Taylor Harwood-Bellissimilar↗ | Southampton | 24 | €22m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Odin Luras Bjørtuftsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 28 | €4.1m | 89 | 86 |
| 8 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 25 | €1.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 89 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joel Ordóñez
≈ 100% Joel Ordóñez · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Joel Ordóñez · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Joel Ordóñez · strong: Shots, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate long balls /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Joel Ordóñez?
By Doppel's fit score, Yarek Gasiorowski (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest profile to Joel Ordóñez, with a 83/100 overall match. André Ramalho and Florian Lejeune are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Joel Ordóñez?
Yes. Craig Forsyth (Derby County) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Joel Ordóñez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Joel Ordóñez'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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