Players like João Mendes
CAM/CMKayserispor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Mendes's profile ↗
The players most similar to João Mendes are Ramzi Safouri, Konstantinos Karetsas, Ajdin Hrustić. Doppel rates Ramzi Safouri (Antalyaspor) a 85/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ajdin Hrustić scores 86/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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João Mendes is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his goal-scoring ability and creativity in the final third. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 47% of his peers, he excels in possession won in the attacking third and showcases impressive finishing skills, making him a threat in the box. His reliability on the pitch is notable, with only 11 games missed in the last three seasons, underscoring his durability as a valuable asset for Kayserispor.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to João Mendes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ramzi Safourisimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 31 | €900k | 95 | 85 |
| 2 | Konstantinos Karetsassimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 19 | €34m | 95 | 87 |
| 3 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 95 | 86 |
| 4 | Bruno Zapellisimilar↗ | Athletico | 24 | €4.7m | 95 | 88 |
| 5 | Romano Schmidsimilar↗ | Frosinone | 26 | €17m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Todd Cantwellsimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 28 | €2.7m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 36 | €1.9m | 93 | 87 |
| 8 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 93 | 88 |
| 9 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 93 | 89 |
| 10 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Jarne Steuckerssimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 24 | €5.5m | 92 | 89 |
| 12 | Florent Muslijasimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 28 | €1.9m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Mendes
≈ 100% João Mendes · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% João Mendes · strong: Successful dribbles, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% João Mendes · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to João Mendes?
Statistically, Ramzi Safouri (Antalyaspor) is the closest look-alike to João Mendes — a 85/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for João Mendes?
By Doppel's fit score, Ramzi Safouri (Antalyaspor) is the closest profile to João Mendes, with a 85/100 overall match. Konstantinos Karetsas and Ajdin Hrustić are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to João Mendes?
Yes. Ajdin Hrustić (Heracles Almelo) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to João Mendes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from João Mendes'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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