Players like João Nunes
CB/RBCasa Pia · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Nunes's profile ↗
The players most similar to João Nunes are Jannik Dehm, Jannis Heuer, Tiago Esgaio. Doppel rates Jannik Dehm (SpVgg Greuther Fürth) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jannik Dehm scores 81/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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João Nunes is a versatile centre-back/right-back with an unexpected knack for finishing, showcasing a surprising goal-scoring ability that places him in the top 11% of his peers. Despite his defensive metrics falling in the lower percentiles, his reliability on the pitch is undeniable, having missed no games over the last three seasons. While he may not dominate defensively, his offensive contributions make him a unique asset in the backline.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to João Nunes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jannik Dehmsimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 30 | €600k | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Tiago Esgaiosimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 31 | €1.0m | 88 | 84 |
| 4 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €700k | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Tommaso Cassandrosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 26 | €2.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | David Zecsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 26 | €2.3m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Odin Luras Bjørtuftsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 28 | €4.1m | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | Niccolò Pierozzisimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €4.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Nunes
≈ 100% João Nunes · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created /90
≈ 100% João Nunes · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% João Nunes · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for João Nunes?
By Doppel's fit score, Jannik Dehm (SpVgg Greuther Fürth) is the closest profile to João Nunes, with a 81/100 overall match. Jannis Heuer and Tiago Esgaio are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to João Nunes?
Yes. Jannik Dehm (SpVgg Greuther Fürth) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to João Nunes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from João Nunes's 2023/24 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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