Players like Vítor Carvalho
CM/CDM/CBSporting Braga · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitVítor Carvalho's profile ↗
The players most similar to Vítor Carvalho are Francesco Acerbi, Harry Darling, Leo Østigård. Doppel rates Francesco Acerbi (Inter) a 79/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gustavo Henrique scores 80/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Vítor Carvalho is a tenacious defensive midfielder who excels in disrupting opposition play and winning possession in advanced areas. With a strong Sofascore rating placing him in the top 36% among his peers, he showcases impressive metrics in tackles, interceptions, and duels won, making him a reliable presence in the midfield. However, his injury history raises concerns about durability, which could affect his availability over the season.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Shots, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 24 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Vítor Carvalho
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Francesco Acerbisimilar↗ | Inter | 38 | €1.9m | 95 | 79 |
| 2 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 94 | 84 |
| 3 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 94 | 81 |
| 4 | Taylor Harwood-Bellissimilar↗ | Southampton | 24 | €22m | 94 | 80 |
| 5 | Radu Drăguşinsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 24 | €15m | 93 | 80 |
| 6 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 93 | 80 |
| 7 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 93 | 80 |
| 8 | Thomas Kellersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 27 | €1.3m | 92 | 80 |
| 9 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 92 | 81 |
| 10 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 92 | 82 |
| 11 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 92 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Vítor Carvalho
≈ 100% Vítor Carvalho · strong: Accurate long balls, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Vítor Carvalho · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Vítor Carvalho · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Vítor Carvalho?
Statistically, Francesco Acerbi (Inter) is the closest look-alike to Vítor Carvalho — a 79/100 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 Vítor Carvalho?
By Doppel's fit score, Francesco Acerbi (Inter) is the closest profile to Vítor Carvalho, with a 79/100 overall match. Harry Darling and Leo Østigård are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Vítor Carvalho?
Yes. Gustavo Henrique (Real Valladolid) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Vítor Carvalho?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Vítor Carvalho's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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