Players like Jake Bidwell
LB/LMCoventry City · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitJake Bidwell's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jake Bidwell are Marc Bola, Ulrik Jenssen, Callum Elder. Doppel rates Marc Bola (Watford) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ulrik Jenssen scores 81/100 at about €400k. Data as of July 2026.
About Jake Bidwell
Jake Bidwell is a resilient left-back known for his aerial prowess, excelling in duels with a strong presence in the air, ranking in the top 20% among peers. With a solid performance rating, he consistently contributes defensively and remains a reliable option, having missed only six games in the last three seasons. While he may not thrive in dribbling or tackling, his durability and ability to win headers make him a dependable asset in the Championship.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jake Bidwell
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Ulrik Jenssensimilar↗ | Rosenborg BK | 30 | €400k | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Callum Eldersimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €400k | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Diego Sánchezsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Alex Tellessimilar↗ | Botafogo | 34 | €2.9m | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | Joachim Soltvedtsimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Leif Davissimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 27 | €21m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | John Tolkinsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €2.4m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 32 | €800k | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 86 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jake Bidwell
≈ 100% Jake Bidwell · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Jake Bidwell · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Jake Bidwell · strong: Accurate crosses, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Aerial duels won /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jake Bidwell?
By Doppel's fit score, Marc Bola (Watford) is the closest profile to Jake Bidwell, with a 83/100 overall match. Ulrik Jenssen and Callum Elder are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jake Bidwell?
Yes. Ulrik Jenssen (Rosenborg BK) plays a similar left back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jake Bidwell?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jake Bidwell's 2024/25 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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