Players like Josue Ndenge Kongolo
CBKRC Genk · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosue Ndenge Kongolo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Josue Ndenge Kongolo are Deveron Fonville, Kelvin Amian, Melvin Bard. Doppel rates Deveron Fonville (NEC Nijmegen) a 85/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Olivier Aertssen scores 85/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Josue Ndenge Kongolo is an aggressive ball-playing centre-back who excels in possession and progressive play. His impressive ability to win the ball in the attacking third and successful dribbling showcases his proactive style, placing him in the top 3% and 4% of his peers respectively. With a solid Sofascore rating in the top 40% and only seven games missed in three seasons, he demonstrates durability and reliability, making him a promising talent in defensive roles despite his lower aerial duel metrics.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles, Accurate crosses. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Josue Ndenge Kongolo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deveron Fonvillesimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €1.5m | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | Kelvin Amiansimilar↗ | Nantes | 28 | €2.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Melvin Bardsimilar↗ | Nice | 26 | €10m | 89 | 81 |
| 4 | Olivier Aertssensimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €600k | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Daley Blindsimilar↗ | Girona FC | 36 | €1.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Zak Sturgesimilar↗ | Millwall | 22 | €3.9m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Nicolas Cozzasimilar↗ | Nantes | 27 | €2.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Adam Obertsimilar↗ | Cagliari | 24 | €6.4m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Lucas Esquivelsimilar↗ | Athletico | 25 | €7.2m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Ahmetcan Kaplansimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €6.5m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Calvin Verdonksimilar↗ | Lille | 29 | €2.6m | 87 | 83 |
| 12 | Luke Aylingsimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 35 | €400k | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Josue Ndenge Kongolo
≈ 100% Josue Ndenge Kongolo · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Josue Ndenge Kongolo · strong: Accurate crosses, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Successful dribbles /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Josue Ndenge Kongolo · strong: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Josue Ndenge Kongolo?
Statistically, Deveron Fonville (NEC Nijmegen) is the closest look-alike to Josue Ndenge Kongolo — a 85/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Josue Ndenge Kongolo?
By Doppel's fit score, Deveron Fonville (NEC Nijmegen) is the closest profile to Josue Ndenge Kongolo, with a 85/100 overall match. Kelvin Amian and Melvin Bard are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Josue Ndenge Kongolo?
Yes. Olivier Aertssen (PEC Zwolle) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Josue Ndenge Kongolo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Josue Ndenge Kongolo'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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