Players like João Mendes
CAM/CMKayserispor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Mendes's profile ↗
João Mendes is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for Kayserispor in the Turkish Super Lig, with 26 appearances and 4 assists in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Mendes include Ramzi Safouri from Antalyaspor, who has a fit score of 85/100, and Ajdin Hrustić from Heracles Almelo, with a fit score of 86/100. Other notable comparisons are Konstantinos Karetsas and Bruno Zapelli, both offering comparable roles in their respective leagues.
About João Mendes
João Mendes is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his ability to win possession in the attacking third and convert chances, making him a key playmaker for Kayserispor. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 46% of his peers, he excels at finishing and delivering accurate final-third passes, showcasing his offensive prowess. While not particularly strong in aerial duels or defensive contributions, his reliability with only 11 games missed in three seasons highlights his durability and importance to the squad.
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↗ | KRC Genk | 19 | €34m | 95 | 87 |
| 3 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 95 | 86 |
| 4 | Bruno Zapellisimilar↗ | Athletico | 24 | €4.7m | 95 | 88 |
| 5 | Kike Pérezsimilar↗ | Venezia | 29 | €2.3m | 94 | 84 |
| 6 | Romano Schmidsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 26 | €17m | 93 | 88 |
| 7 | Todd Cantwellsimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 28 | €2.7m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 93 | 87 |
| 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 · data: Sofascore, 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 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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