Players like Zé Carlos
RBGil Vicente · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitZé Carlos's profile ↗
The players most similar to Zé Carlos are Reece Burke, Bart van Rooij, Bebeto. Doppel rates Reece Burke (Charlton Athletic) a 81/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bebeto scores 81/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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Zé Carlos is a robust defensive right-back known for his tenacity and ability to win duels, ranking in the top 24% among his positional peers. While his attacking contributions are minimal, his defensive metrics showcase a solid presence in tackles and interceptions, making him a reliable option in his defensive duties. With a strong track record of availability, having missed only seven games in three seasons, he offers durability and consistency to his side.
Strengths: Duels won, Touches, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Zé Carlos
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 30 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 2 | Bart van Rooijsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 25 | €9.7m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Bebetosimilar↗ | Tondela | 36 | €100k | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Terry Devlinsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 23 | €3.9m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Oliver Braudesimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €4.9m | 88 | 85 |
| 7 | Darío Benavidessimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 23 | €400k | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Lewin Blumsimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 25 | €1.9m | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | Cherrion Valeriussimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 21 | €600k | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Lucas Ramonsimilar↗ | São Paulo | 32 | €700k | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Lasse Rosenboomsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €1.3m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Ki-Jana Hoeversimilar↗ | AC Sparta Praha | 24 | €3.3m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zé Carlos
≈ 100% Zé Carlos · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Zé Carlos · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Zé Carlos · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Zé Carlos?
Statistically, Reece Burke (Charlton Athletic) is the closest look-alike to Zé Carlos — a 81/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Zé Carlos?
By Doppel's fit score, Reece Burke (Charlton Athletic) is the closest profile to Zé Carlos, with a 81/100 overall match. Bart van Rooij and Bebeto are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Zé Carlos?
Yes. Bebeto (Tondela) plays a similar right back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Zé Carlos?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Zé Carlos'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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