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 October 2026.
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Tomás Araújo is a dynamic ball-playing centre-back/right-back, excelling in both defensive solidity and attacking support. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9% of his positional peers, he consistently showcases his ability to win possession in the attacking third and deliver precise final-third passes. While he has faced some injury challenges, his overall quality and reliability when fit make him a valuable asset for Benfica's backline.
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↗ | AC Sparta Praha | 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 | 84 |
| 8 | Mats Deijlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 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 | Lutsharel Geertruidasimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 26 | €22m | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Ethan Galbraithsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 25 | €2.6m | 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 closest look-alike to Tomás Araújo?
Statistically, Eric Smith (FC St. Pauli) is the closest look-alike to Tomás Araújo — a 86/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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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