Players like Rafael Tolói
CB/RBSão Paulo · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitRafael Tolói's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rafael Tolói are Carlens Arcus, Syb Van Ottele, Anouar El Azzouzi. Doppel rates Carlens Arcus (Angers) a 80/100 overall match — 86/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bebeto scores 79/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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Rafael Tolói is a tactically astute ball-playing centre-back, showcasing his prowess with pinpoint passing and solid defensive contributions. Despite his lower overall rating, he excels in accurate final-third passes and tackles, making him a reliable presence in the backline. However, his injury history raises concerns about long-term availability, having missed significant time over the last three seasons.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 46 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rafael Tolói
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlens Arcussimilar↗ | Angers | 30 | €1.9m | 86 | 80 |
| 2 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 86 | 80 |
| 3 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 85 | 81 |
| 4 | Kellen Fishersimilar↗ | Norwich City | 22 | €2.9m | 85 | 79 |
| 5 | Nacho Vidalsimilar↗ | Real Oviedo | 31 | €1.3m | 84 | 79 |
| 6 | Omar Haktab Traoresimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 28 | €1.9m | 83 | 79 |
| 7 | Álex Jiménezsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 21 | €20m | 83 | 80 |
| 8 | Bebetosimilar↗ | Tondela | 36 | €100k | 83 | 79 |
| 9 | Terry Devlinsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 23 | €3.9m | 83 | 80 |
| 10 | Ki-Jana Hoeversimilar↗ | AC Sparta Praha | 24 | €3.3m | 82 | 81 |
| 11 | Harry Clarkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 25 | €2.4m | 82 | 79 |
| 12 | Oliver Braudesimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €4.9m | 82 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rafael Tolói
≈ 100% Rafael Tolói · strong: Key passes, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Rafael Tolói · strong: Accurate long balls, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Rafael Tolói · strong: Duels won, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Rafael Tolói?
Statistically, Carlens Arcus (Angers) is the closest look-alike to Rafael Tolói — a 80/100 profile match (86/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Rafael Tolói?
By Doppel's fit score, Carlens Arcus (Angers) is the closest profile to Rafael Tolói, with a 80/100 overall match. Syb Van Ottele and Anouar El Azzouzi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rafael Tolói?
Yes. Bebeto (Tondela) plays a similar centre back role and rates 79/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rafael Tolói?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rafael Tolói's 2023/24 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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