Players like Tomás Araújo
CB/RBBenfica · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitTomás Araújo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Tomás Araújo are Eric Smith, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw, Bart van Rooij. Doppel rates Eric Smith (FC St. Pauli) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw scores 85/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of September 2026.
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Tomás Araújo is a dynamic ball-playing centre-back/right-back, showcasing elite qualities with his top 9% Sofascore rating among peers. His ability to deliver accurate final-third passes and win possession in the attacking third highlights his tactical intelligence and offensive contribution. While he has missed a notable number of games due to injuries, when fit, he consistently demonstrates a blend of defensive solidity and playmaking prowess, making him a valuable asset for Benfica.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 20 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tomás Araújo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Smithsimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €5.3m | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Bart van Rooijsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 25 | €9.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Matheuzinhosimilar↗ | Corinthians | 26 | €8.2m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Ki-Jana Hoeversimilar↗ | Stoke City | 24 | €3.3m | 91 | 87 |
| 6 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 91 | 88 |
| 7 | Tomoki Iwatasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Mats Deijlsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 29 | €1.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Kyriani Sabbesimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 21 | €7.7m | 90 | 87 |
| 10 | Matisse Samoisesimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Ethan Galbraithsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 25 | €2.6m | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | William Furtadosimilar↗ | Cruzeiro | 31 | €2.7m | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tomás Araújo
≈ 100% Tomás Araújo · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Tomás Araújo · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Tomás Araújo · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Tomás Araújo?
By Doppel's fit score, Eric Smith (FC St. Pauli) is the closest profile to Tomás Araújo, with a 86/100 overall match. Jeffrey Gouweleeuw and Bart van Rooij are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tomás Araújo?
Yes. Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (FC Augsburg) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tomás Araújo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Tomás Araújo's 2025/26 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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