Players like James Abankwah
CB/RBUdinese · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJames Abankwah's profile ↗
The players most similar to James Abankwah are Javier Moreno, Álex Martín, Álex Pastor. Doppel rates Javier Moreno (Albacete Balompié) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Javier Moreno scores 81/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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James Abankwah is a robust defensive specialist, excelling as a centre-back with notable aerial prowess and reliability in clearances. Despite a low overall Sofascore rating, his durability shines through with no missed games in three seasons, underscoring his reliability. His ability to win aerial duels and contribute defensively makes him a valuable asset, though his attacking contributions remain limited for his position.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to James Abankwah
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Javier Morenosimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 26 | €200k | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Álex Martínsimilar↗ | Córdoba | 28 | €600k | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Álex Pastorsimilar↗ | Málaga CF | 27 | €300k | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Lucas Noubisimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 21 | €1.5m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Sergio Cuberosimilar↗ | Eibar | 27 | €800k | 90 | 79 |
| 6 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Gael Alonsosimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €1.0m | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Alessandro Pio Ricciosimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €300k | 87 | 78 |
| 9 | Justin Hoogmasimilar↗ | Willem II Tilburg | 28 | €500k | 87 | 78 |
| 10 | Ümit Akdağsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 23 | €6.4m | 86 | 79 |
| 11 | Marvelsimilar↗ | Leganés | 23 | €800k | 86 | 78 |
| 12 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 85 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match James Abankwah
≈ 100% James Abankwah · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% James Abankwah · strong: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% James Abankwah · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to James Abankwah?
Statistically, Javier Moreno (Albacete Balompié) is the closest look-alike to James Abankwah — a 81/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for James Abankwah?
By Doppel's fit score, Javier Moreno (Albacete Balompié) is the closest profile to James Abankwah, with a 81/100 overall match. Álex Martín and Álex Pastor are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to James Abankwah?
Yes. Javier Moreno (Albacete Balompié) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to James Abankwah?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from James Abankwah'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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