Players like Vinicius Zanocelo
CM/CDMCeará · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitVinicius Zanocelo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Vinicius Zanocelo are Luka Hyryläinen, Stefan Džodić, Leonardo Lopes. Doppel rates Luka Hyryläinen (1. FC Magdeburg) a 80/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Giulio Maggiore scores 78/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Vinicius Zanocelo is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up opposition play and winning aerial duels. His impressive metrics in clearances and possession won in the attacking third showcase his ability to disrupt and reclaim possession effectively. Despite being less impactful in creative metrics, his durability stands out, with no games missed over the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in midfield for Ceará.
Strengths: Clearances, Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Vinicius Zanocelo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 22 | €1.6m | 92 | 80 |
| 2 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 90 | 78 |
| 3 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 28 | €2.6m | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Bari | 28 | €500k | 90 | 78 |
| 5 | Pape Gueyesimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €39m | 89 | 78 |
| 6 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 9 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 87 | 79 |
| 11 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 87 | 79 |
| 12 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 86 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Vinicius Zanocelo
≈ 100% Vinicius Zanocelo · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Vinicius Zanocelo · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Vinicius Zanocelo · strong: Aerial duels won, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Vinicius Zanocelo?
Statistically, Luka Hyryläinen (1. FC Magdeburg) is the closest look-alike to Vinicius Zanocelo — a 80/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Vinicius Zanocelo?
By Doppel's fit score, Luka Hyryläinen (1. FC Magdeburg) is the closest profile to Vinicius Zanocelo, with a 80/100 overall match. Stefan Džodić and Leonardo Lopes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Vinicius Zanocelo?
Yes. Giulio Maggiore (Bari) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Vinicius Zanocelo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Vinicius Zanocelo's 2024/25 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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