Players like Gonçalo Costa
LBEstoril Praia · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitGonçalo Costa's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gonçalo Costa are Pacha, Kassoum Ouattara, Luca Netz. Doppel rates Pacha (Rayo Vallecano) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Pacha scores 82/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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Gonçalo Costa is a tenacious, ball-winning left-back known for his defensive prowess and ability to disrupt opposition attacks. With an impressive knack for tackles and interceptions, he ranks in the top 6% among his peers, while also showcasing his capacity to contribute offensively with five assists this season. His durability is a significant asset, as he has missed no games in the last three seasons, demonstrating his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gonçalo Costa
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pachasimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 34 | €800k | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Kassoum Ouattarasimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 22 | €12m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Luca Netzsimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 23 | €7.7m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Alexandro Bernabeisimilar↗ | Internacional | 26 | €7.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Neco Williamssimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 25 | €26m | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Emran Soglosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 21 | €800k | 92 | 87 |
| 7 | Ian Maatsensimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 24 | €28m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Maximilian Mittelstädtsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 29 | €20m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Ismail Jakobssimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €8.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Hennes Behrenssimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €5.2m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 27 | €5.2m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gonçalo Costa
≈ 100% Gonçalo Costa · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Gonçalo Costa · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Gonçalo Costa · strong: Key passes, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Gonçalo Costa?
By Doppel's fit score, Pacha (Rayo Vallecano) is the closest profile to Gonçalo Costa, with a 82/100 overall match. Kassoum Ouattara and Luca Netz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gonçalo Costa?
Yes. Pacha (Rayo Vallecano) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gonçalo Costa?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gonçalo Costa's 2023/24 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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