Players like Carlinhos
CM/CAM/CDMPortimonense SAD · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitCarlinhos's profile ↗
The players most similar to Carlinhos are Gustavo Hamer, Andrea Colpani, Nadiem Amiri. Doppel rates Gustavo Hamer (Sheffield United) a 85/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrea Colpani scores 87/100 at about €3.8m. Data as of September 2026.
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Carlinhos is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his playmaking prowess and goal-scoring ability. With an impressive Sofascore rating placing him in the top 7% of his peers, he excels at delivering accurate long balls and finding the net, evidenced by his 10 goals this season. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable choice in midfield, though his defensive contributions could use improvement.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Shots, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Carlinhos
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gustavo Hamersimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 29 | €15m | 95 | 85 |
| 2 | Andrea Colpanisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €3.8m | 95 | 87 |
| 3 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 95 | 85 |
| 4 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 95 | 86 |
| 5 | Jack Rudonisimilar↗ | Coventry City | 25 | €21m | 94 | 85 |
| 6 | Pablo Pagissimilar↗ | Lorient | 24 | €14m | 94 | 86 |
| 7 | Ludovic Blassimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 29 | €9.3m | 94 | 86 |
| 8 | Lazar Samardžićsimilar↗ | Udinese | 24 | €16m | 94 | 85 |
| 9 | Fábio Vieirasimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 26 | €17m | 94 | 86 |
| 10 | Yáser Asprillasimilar↗ | Watford | 23 | €15m | 94 | 86 |
| 11 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 93 | 88 |
| 12 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 93 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Carlinhos
≈ 100% Carlinhos · strong: Sofascore rating, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Carlinhos · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Carlinhos · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Carlinhos?
By Doppel's fit score, Gustavo Hamer (Sheffield United) is the closest profile to Carlinhos, with a 85/100 overall match. Andrea Colpani and Nadiem Amiri are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Carlinhos?
Yes. Andrea Colpani (Monza) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 87/100 at roughly €3.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Carlinhos?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Carlinhos's 2023/24 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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