Players like Joseba Zaldúa
RBCádiz · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoseba Zaldúa's profile ↗
Joseba Zaldúa is a right-back for Cádiz in LaLiga 2, having made 21 appearances in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Zaldúa include Lewin Blum from RC Sporting Charleroi, who has a fit score of 85/100, as well as Bebeto of Tondela and Wagner Pina from Trabzonspor, both with fit scores of 82/100. These players offer comparable roles and statistical profiles suitable for teams seeking right-back options.
About Joseba Zaldúa
Joseba Zaldúa is a reliable defensive right-back, known for his aerial prowess and ability to deliver accurate crosses into the box. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 39%, he may not be among the elite, but his durability shines through with only a few games missed this season. While he may not contribute significantly in attack, his defensive capabilities and crossing accuracy make him a solid choice for stabilizing the back line.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses.
12 players most similar to Joseba Zaldúa
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lewin Blumsimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 25 | €1.9m | 91 | 85 |
| 2 | Bebetosimilar↗ | Tondela | 36 | €100k | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Wagner Pinasimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 24 | €11m | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Darío Benavidessimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 23 | €400k | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Bart van Rooijsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 25 | €9.7m | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Tiago Esgaiosimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 31 | €1.0m | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Louis Patrissimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €2.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 9 | Roland Sallaisimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 29 | €15m | 86 | 80 |
| 10 | Oliver Braudesimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €4.9m | 86 | 84 |
| 11 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 86 | 80 |
| 12 | Jordan Tezesimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €16m | 86 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joseba Zaldúa
≈ 100% Joseba Zaldúa · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Joseba Zaldúa · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Joseba Zaldúa · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Joseba Zaldúa?
By Doppel's fit score, Lewin Blum (RC Sporting Charleroi) is the closest profile to Joseba Zaldúa, with a 85/100 overall match. Bebeto and Wagner Pina are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Joseba Zaldúa?
Yes. Bebeto (Tondela) plays a similar right back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Joseba Zaldúa?
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