Players like João Gonçalves
GKAVS - Futebol SAD · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Gonçalves's profile ↗
The players most similar to João Gonçalves are David Andersson, Jan Reichert, Erdem Canpolat. Doppel rates David Andersson (IFK Norrköping) a 82/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, David Andersson scores 82/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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João Gonçalves is a reliable shot-stopper known for his strong clearance ability, ranking in the top 20% among goalkeepers. Despite his overall Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 22% of his peers, his durability is impressive, having missed no games in three seasons. While he may struggle in aerial duels, his consistency and defensive contributions make him a solid presence between the sticks.
Strengths: Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to João Gonçalves
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Anderssonsimilar↗ | IFK Norrköping | 23 | €600k | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Jan Reichertsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 25 | €1.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Erdem Canpolatsimilar↗ | Pendikspor | 25 | €600k | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Tom de Graaffsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €1.0m | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Hans Christian Bernatsimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 26 | €1.0m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Sebastiano Desplanchessimilar↗ | Pescara | 23 | €1.0m | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Andreas Jungdalsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 24 | €3.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Mateusz Lissimilar↗ | Göztepe | 29 | €2.6m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Silas Prüfrocksimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 21 | €500k | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Antonio Siverasimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 30 | €5.6m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Arild Østbøsimilar↗ | Viking FK | 35 | €100k | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Nahuel Nollsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 23 | €1.9m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Gonçalves
≈ 100% João Gonçalves · strong: Big chances created, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% João Gonçalves · strong: Goals prevented · low reliability
Strengths: Goals prevented /90
≈ 100% João Gonçalves · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for João Gonçalves?
By Doppel's fit score, David Andersson (IFK Norrköping) is the closest profile to João Gonçalves, with a 82/100 overall match. Jan Reichert and Erdem Canpolat are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to João Gonçalves?
Yes. David Andersson (IFK Norrköping) plays a similar goalkeeper role and rates 82/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to João Gonçalves?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from João Gonçalves's 2023/24 season, then ranks goalkeepers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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