Cheaper alternatives to João Carvalho
CAM/CMEstoril Praia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Carvalho's profile ↗
João Carvalho is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for Estoril Praia in the Primeira Liga, where he made 33 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 6 goals and 11 assists. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to João Carvalho, consider Mohamed Ihattaren from Fortuna Sittard, valued at €3m with a fit score of 89/100, or Kevin Stöger of VfL Bochum, valued at €2m and a fit score of 87/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 93 | 89 |
| 2 | Andrea Colpanisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €3.8m | 95 | 87 |
| 3 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Younes Tahasimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 24 | €4.2m | 88 | 86 |
| 5 | Alan Patricksimilar↗ | Internacional | 35 | €2.2m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 33 | €1.8m | 94 | 86 |
| 8 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 92 | 86 |
| 9 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 91 | 86 |
| 10 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Youssef Mazizsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Hong Hyun-seoksimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 27 | €2.4m | 93 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Carvalho
≈ 100% João Carvalho · strong: Shots, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% João Carvalho · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% João Carvalho · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to João Carvalho?
Thorgan Hazard (RSC Anderlecht) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.8m with a 86/100 match to João Carvalho.
Who is the best-value alternative to João Carvalho?
Mohamed Ihattaren offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 89/100 at about €3.2m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to João Carvalho?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match João Carvalho's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, top leagues across Europe and South America, last 3 seasons.
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