Players like Carlos Izquierdoz
CBSporting Gijón · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitCarlos Izquierdoz's profile ↗
Carlos Izquierdoz is a centre-back for Sporting Gijón in LaLiga 2, with 23 appearances and 1 goal in the 2023/24 season. Players similar to Izquierdoz include Casper Widell from Excelsior, who has a fit score of 88/100, and Anselmo Garcia McNulty of PEC Zwolle, with a fit score of 87/100. These players share a comparable role and statistical profile, making them suitable alternatives for teams seeking defensive options.
About Carlos Izquierdoz
Carlos Izquierdoz is a seasoned positional ball-playing centre-back, showcasing elite defensive prowess with a Sofascore rating in the top 7% of his peers. His strength lies in his ability to read the game and execute crucial clearances, making him a reliable presence in the backline. With only three games missed in the last three seasons, Izquierdoz is a durable and dependable figure for Sporting Gijón, though his contributions in attacking phases are less pronounced, focusing instead on solidifying defensive stability.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Clearances. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Carlos Izquierdoz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 94 | 88 |
| 2 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 94 | 84 |
| 3 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 92 | 88 |
| 5 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | David Zecsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 26 | €2.3m | 91 | 86 |
| 11 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Carlos Izquierdoz
≈ 100% Carlos Izquierdoz · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Carlos Izquierdoz · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Carlos Izquierdoz · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Carlos Izquierdoz?
By Doppel's fit score, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest profile to Carlos Izquierdoz, with a 88/100 overall match. Husniddin Aliqulov and Anselmo Garcia McNulty are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Carlos Izquierdoz?
Yes. Gustavo Henrique (Corinthians) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Carlos Izquierdoz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Carlos Izquierdoz's 2023/24 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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