Thiago Mendes alternatives
CM/CDMVasco da Gama · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitThiago Mendes's profile ↗
Thiago Mendes is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Vasco da Gama in Brazil's Serie A, with 17 appearances in 2026, contributing 4 goals and 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Mendes, consider John Swift from Portsmouth, who has a fit score of 86/100, or Mohamed Nassoh of NAC Breda, with a fit score of 85/100; both valued at €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 31 | €800k | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 84 | 83 |
| 4 | João Mendessimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €1.0m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 23 | €600k | 86 | 83 |
| 6 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 86 | 83 |
| 7 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 84 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thiago Mendes
≈ 100% Thiago Mendes · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Thiago Mendes · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Thiago Mendes · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Thiago Mendes?
Charlie Patiño (Deportivo de A Coruña) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 83/100 match to Thiago Mendes.
Who is the best-value alternative to Thiago Mendes?
John Swift offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Thiago Mendes?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Thiago Mendes'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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