Players like João Mendes
LBVitória SC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Mendes's profile ↗
The players most similar to João Mendes are Maximilian Wittek, Emanuele Valeri, Liberato Cacace. Doppel rates Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) a 86/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Maximilian Wittek scores 86/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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João Mendes is a reliable positional left-back known for his accuracy in the final third and high involvement in play, making him a solid ball-playing defender. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 42% of his peers, he showcases strengths in precise passing and consistent touches, contributing to his team's build-up. With an impressive record of availability, missing no games in the last three seasons, he stands out as a durable option in defense.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Touches. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to João Mendes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Emanuele Valerisimilar↗ | Parma | 28 | €2.9m | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Liberato Cacacesimilar↗ | Wrexham | 26 | €2.3m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Yanis Zouaouisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 28 | €2.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Luca Netzsimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 23 | €7.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Kazımcan Karataşsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 23 | €2.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Keane Lewis-Pottersimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €24m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Quentin Merlinsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €15m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Souffian El Karouanisimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €14m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | Genoa | 29 | €4.9m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Mendes
≈ 100% João Mendes · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% João Mendes · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% João Mendes · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to João Mendes?
Statistically, Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest look-alike to João Mendes — a 86/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for João Mendes?
By Doppel's fit score, Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest profile to João Mendes, with a 86/100 overall match. Emanuele Valeri and Liberato Cacace are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to João Mendes?
Yes. Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar left back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to João Mendes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from João Mendes's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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