Players like Matheus
GKAFC Ajax · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitMatheus's profile ↗
The players most similar to Matheus are Tom de Graaff, Erdem Canpolat, Iker Álvarez. Doppel rates Tom de Graaff (PEC Zwolle) a 83/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Erdem Canpolat scores 82/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Matheus is a ball-playing goalkeeper, showcasing impressive dribbling skills that rank in the top 5% of his peers, allowing him to effectively build from the back. Despite being in the bottom third overall, his durability is commendable, with no games missed in the last three seasons, highlighting his reliability. While he may struggle in aerial duels, his ability to win ground duels adds a layer of composure to his game, making him a solid option for teams that prioritize ball retention and distribution.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Matheus
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tom de Graaffsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €1.0m | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Erdem Canpolatsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 25 | €600k | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Iker Álvarezsimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €1.0m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Taishi Brandon Nozawasimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 24 | €3.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Hans Christian Bernatsimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 26 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Gavin Bazunusimilar↗ | Stoke City | 24 | €7.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Lucas Chevaliersimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 25 | €26m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Jasper Schendelaarsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €1.5m | 88 | 85 |
| 9 | Bahadır Han Güngördüsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 30 | €700k | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Luuk Koopmanssimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 33 | €200k | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Bernardo Fontessimilar↗ | Tondela | 24 | €4.7m | 88 | 85 |
| 12 | Andreas Jungdalsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 24 | €3.8m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Matheus
≈ 100% Matheus · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Matheus · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Matheus · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Matheus?
Statistically, Tom de Graaff (PEC Zwolle) is the closest look-alike to Matheus — a 83/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Matheus?
By Doppel's fit score, Tom de Graaff (PEC Zwolle) is the closest profile to Matheus, with a 83/100 overall match. Erdem Canpolat and Iker Álvarez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Matheus?
Yes. Erdem Canpolat (Çaykur Rizespor) plays a similar goalkeeper role and rates 82/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Matheus?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Matheus's 2024/25 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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