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 September 2026.
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João Mendes is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his goal-scoring instincts and ability to win possession in the final third. While he ranks in the bottom half of his positional peers overall, his impressive finishing and accurate passing make him a valuable asset in the attacking phase. With just 11 games missed over the last three seasons, his reliability on the pitch is a key strength, though he could improve defensively in aerial duels and tackles.
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 · 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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