Players like Joselu
STReal Madrid · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoselu's profile ↗
The players most similar to Joselu are Serhou Guirassy, Patrik Schick, Luuk de Jong. Doppel rates Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Luuk de Jong scores 87/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Joselu is a seasoned penalty-box poacher who thrives on converting chances into goals, evident from his impressive metrics in xG and non-penalty goals per 90 minutes. With a Sofascore rating in the top 41% of his positional peers, he showcases elite finishing ability and aerial prowess, making him a reliable target in attacking situations. Notably durable with only two games missed in the last three seasons, he remains a consistent asset for Real Madrid, though his long-range passing and dribbling could use improvement.
Strengths: xG + xA, Shots, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Joselu
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Serhou Guirassysimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 30 | €34m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Patrik Schicksimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 30 | €17m | 94 | 83 |
| 3 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 94 | 87 |
| 4 | Gonçalo Ramossimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €28m | 94 | 84 |
| 5 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 40 | €900k | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Robert Lewandowskisimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 38 | €6.5m | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Troy Parrottsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 24 | €23m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Patrick Bamfordsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 33 | €1.0m | 92 | 83 |
| 9 | Erling Haalandsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €218m | 92 | 82 |
| 10 | Tolu Arokodaresimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 26 | €18m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Ferran Torressimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 26 | €54m | 92 | 83 |
| 12 | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyangsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 37 | €2.4m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joselu
≈ 100% Joselu · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Joselu · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Joselu · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Joselu?
By Doppel's fit score, Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund) is the closest profile to Joselu, with a 84/100 overall match. Patrik Schick and Luuk de Jong are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Joselu?
Yes. Luuk de Jong (PSV Eindhoven) plays a similar striker role and rates 87/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Joselu?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Joselu's 2023/24 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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