Players like João Graça
CMRio Ave · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Graça's profile ↗
The players most similar to João Graça are Daichi Kamada, Alexander Prass, Pablo Ibáñez. Doppel rates Daichi Kamada (Crystal Palace) a 80/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dani Parejo scores 80/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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João Graça is a tenacious midfield enforcer, excelling in duels and ball recovery, making him a vital asset in disrupting opposition play. Despite a low overall Sofascore rating, his durability and consistent presence on the pitch are commendable, with no games missed in three seasons. His strengths in tackling, interceptions, and winning possession in the attacking third highlight his effectiveness in regaining control, although he may lack creativity in the final third.
Strengths: Duels won, Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to João Graça
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daichi Kamadasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 30 | €10m | 90 | 80 |
| 2 | Alexander Prasssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 25 | €8.7m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 4 | Dani Parejosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 37 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 5 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €6.5m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | Rocco Reitzsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 24 | €22m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Paul Wannersimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 21 | €23m | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Diego Gómezsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | €27m | 86 | 80 |
| 12 | Dani Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Leganés | 38 | €100k | 86 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Graça
≈ 100% João Graça · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% João Graça · strong: Clearances, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Big chances created /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% João Graça · strong: Duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to João Graça?
Statistically, Daichi Kamada (Crystal Palace) is the closest look-alike to João Graça — a 80/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for João Graça?
By Doppel's fit score, Daichi Kamada (Crystal Palace) is the closest profile to João Graça, with a 80/100 overall match. Alexander Prass and Pablo Ibáñez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to João Graça?
Yes. Dani Parejo (Villarreal) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to João Graça?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from João Graça'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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