Players like João Mário
RB/RMFiorentina · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Mário's profile ↗
The players most similar to João Mário are Ritsu Doan, João Cancelo, Lorenz Assignon. Doppel rates Ritsu Doan (Eintracht Frankfurt) a 85/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Luis Rioja scores 85/100 at about €1.9m. Data as of October 2026.
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João Mário is a dynamic right-back/right midfielder, showcasing his prowess as a forward-thinking player who excels in creating opportunities. With a Sofascore rating in the top 23% of his positional peers, he stands out for his successful dribbles and precise final-third passing, making him a key asset in attacking transitions. While not primarily tasked with defensive duties, his reliability is underscored by missing only 10 games over three seasons, reflecting his durability and consistent presence on the pitch.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes, Accurate crosses. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to João Mário
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ritsu Doansimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 28 | €16m | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | João Cancelosimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 32 | €8.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Lorenz Assignonsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 26 | €8.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Luis Riojasimilar↗ | Valencia | 33 | €1.9m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Óscar Minguezasimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 27 | €19m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Alexis Saelemaekerssimilar↗ | AC Milan | 27 | €21m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Matisse Samoisesimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Aron Dønnumsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 28 | €5.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Arthursimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 23 | €7.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Femi Serikisimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 24 | €5.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Nayel Mehssatousimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 24 | €1.5m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Yan Coutosimilar↗ | Como | 24 | €18m | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Mário
≈ 100% João Mário · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% João Mário · strong: Successful dribbles, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Touches /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% João Mário · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to João Mário?
Statistically, Ritsu Doan (Eintracht Frankfurt) is the closest look-alike to João Mário — a 85/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for João Mário?
By Doppel's fit score, Ritsu Doan (Eintracht Frankfurt) is the closest profile to João Mário, with a 85/100 overall match. João Cancelo and Lorenz Assignon are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to João Mário?
Yes. Luis Rioja (Valencia) plays a similar right back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to João Mário?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from João Mário's 2025/26 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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