Players like Gustavo Sá
CAMFamalicão · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGustavo Sá's profile ↗
Gustavo Sá is an attacking midfielder for Famalicão in the Primeira Liga, with 32 appearances and notable contributions of 4 goals and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Sá include Mario Pašalić from Atalanta, who has a fit score of 81/100, and Florian Sotoca from RC Lens, with a fit score of 84/100. Both players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles, making them potential alternatives for teams seeking similar talent.
About Gustavo Sá
Gustavo Sá is a versatile attacking midfielder known for his aerial dominance and ability to deliver precise long balls, positioning him as a valuable asset in both offensive and defensive phases. Ranking in the top 50% of his peers, his strong contributions in aerial duels and clearances highlight his well-rounded game. With only four games missed in the last three seasons, Sá's durability makes him a reliable option for any squad.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gustavo Sá
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Mario Pašalićsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 31 | €6.2m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 91 | 78 |
| 5 | Lance Duijvestijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €700k | 90 | 79 |
| 6 | Sebastiano Espositosimilar↗ | Cagliari | 24 | €14m | 89 | 78 |
| 7 | Weston McKenniesimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €31m | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Enzo Fernándezsimilar↗ | Chelsea | 25 | €87m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Dani Olmosimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 28 | €58m | 88 | 78 |
| 10 | Christoph Baumgartnersimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 27 | €42m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 88 | 79 |
| 12 | Adrien Thomassonsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €4.3m | 88 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gustavo Sá
≈ 100% Gustavo Sá · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Gustavo Sá · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Gustavo Sá · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Gustavo Sá?
By Doppel's fit score, Jon Ander Olasagasti (Levante UD) is the closest profile to Gustavo Sá, with a 79/100 overall match. Mario Pašalić and Florian Sotoca are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gustavo Sá?
Yes. Lance Duijvestijn (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gustavo Sá?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gustavo Sá's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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