Players like Gonçalo Rodrigues
CM/CDMRio Ave · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitGonçalo Rodrigues's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gonçalo Rodrigues are Serginho, Nuno Santos, Gonzalo Maroni. Doppel rates Serginho (Santa Clara) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gonzalo Maroni scores 86/100 at about €1.9m. Data as of September 2026.
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Gonçalo Rodrigues is a dynamic central midfielder known for his tenacious defensive work and ability to win possession in the attacking third, ranking in the top 6% of his peers. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 27%, he combines reliability with impactful contributions, including accurate crosses and key passes. His durability stands out, having missed only two games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable asset in midfield.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gonçalo Rodrigues
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 93 | 88 |
| 3 | Gonzalo Maronisimilar↗ | Tigre | 27 | €1.9m | 92 | 86 |
| 4 | Kenneth Taylorsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €26m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | João Carvalhosimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 29 | €4.8m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Lovro Majersimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 28 | €8.6m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 91 | 86 |
| 9 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 91 | 86 |
| 10 | Tomáš Suslovsimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 24 | €3.9m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 90 | 86 |
| 12 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 90 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gonçalo Rodrigues
≈ 100% Gonçalo Rodrigues · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Gonçalo Rodrigues · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Gonçalo Rodrigues · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Gonçalo Rodrigues?
By Doppel's fit score, Serginho (Santa Clara) is the closest profile to Gonçalo Rodrigues, with a 86/100 overall match. Nuno Santos and Gonzalo Maroni are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gonçalo Rodrigues?
Yes. Gonzalo Maroni (Tigre) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €1.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gonçalo Rodrigues?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gonçalo Rodrigues's 2023/24 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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