Players like Zé Pedro
CB/RBCagliari · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitZé Pedro's profile ↗
The players most similar to Zé Pedro are Rio Hillen, Nacho Vidal, Olivier Aertssen. Doppel rates Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bebeto scores 81/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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Zé Pedro is a reliable, defensive-minded centre-back with the ability to contribute effectively in both defensive actions and ball progression. His impressive touches per 90 and solid clearance rate highlight his presence in the backline, making him a key figure in Cagliari's defensive setup. While his aerial duels and attacking contributions may not stand out, his durability and consistent availability make him a dependable choice in the squad.
Strengths: Touches, Clearances, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Zé Pedro
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Nacho Vidalsimilar↗ | Real Oviedo | 31 | €1.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Olivier Aertssensimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €600k | 88 | 82 |
| 4 | Kellen Fishersimilar↗ | Norwich City | 22 | €2.9m | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 30 | €1.0m | 87 | 81 |
| 6 | Bebetosimilar↗ | Tondela | 36 | €100k | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Ameen Al-Dakhilsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 24 | €3.1m | 86 | 82 |
| 8 | Cherrion Valeriussimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 21 | €600k | 86 | 85 |
| 9 | Saël Kumbedisimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 21 | €12m | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Oliver Braudesimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €4.9m | 86 | 85 |
| 12 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zé Pedro
≈ 100% Zé Pedro · strong: Duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Zé Pedro · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Zé Pedro · strong: Big chances created, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Zé Pedro?
Statistically, Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) is the closest look-alike to Zé Pedro — a 83/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Zé Pedro?
By Doppel's fit score, Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) is the closest profile to Zé Pedro, with a 83/100 overall match. Nacho Vidal and Olivier Aertssen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Zé Pedro?
Yes. Bebeto (Tondela) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Zé Pedro?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Zé Pedro'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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