Players like Jack Colback
CM/CDMQueens Park Rangers · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitJack Colback's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jack Colback are Diego Villares, Noe Lebreton, Kwasi Sibo. Doppel rates Diego Villares (Deportivo de A Coruña) a 78/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kazper Karlsson scores 80/100 at about €600k. Data as of August 2026.
About Jack Colback
Jack Colback is a finishing-focused central midfielder whose goal-scoring ability stands out, evidenced by his top 8% ranking in non-penalty goals per 90 minutes. While his Sofascore rating places him in the bottom 36% of his peers, his durability is impressive, with no games missed in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. He excels in aerial duels, making him a valuable asset in midfield battles, though his contributions in creating chances could be more impactful.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jack Colback
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diego Villaressimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 30 | €1.0m | 92 | 78 |
| 2 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | Caen | 22 | €4.1m | 91 | 79 |
| 3 | Kwasi Sibosimilar↗ | SD Amorebieta | 28 | €1.5m | 91 | 78 |
| 4 | Maguette Gueyesimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 24 | €2.1m | 91 | 78 |
| 5 | Robert Wagnersimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 23 | €2.7m | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Kazper Karlssonsimilar↗ | Degerfors IF | 21 | €600k | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Everson Juniorsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 23 | €1.1m | 90 | 79 |
| 9 | Titouan Thomassimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 24 | €700k | 90 | 78 |
| 10 | Youness Lachhabsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 28 | €800k | 90 | 78 |
| 11 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 89 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jack Colback
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≈ 100% Jack Colback · strong: Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jack Colback?
By Doppel's fit score, Diego Villares (Deportivo de A Coruña) is the closest profile to Jack Colback, with a 78/100 overall match. Noe Lebreton and Kwasi Sibo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jack Colback?
Yes. Kazper Karlsson (Degerfors IF) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jack Colback?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jack Colback's 2024/25 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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