Players like Fernando Fonseca
RB/LBAVS - Futebol SAD · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitFernando Fonseca's profile ↗
The players most similar to Fernando Fonseca are Taha Şahin, Jonathan Clauss, Aitor Ruibal. Doppel rates Taha Şahin (Çaykur Rizespor) a 83/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matthias Bader scores 83/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Fernando Fonseca is a tenacious defensive full-back, excelling in tackles and interceptions, making him a reliable presence in the backline. Despite his lower overall quality rating, his ability to win possession in the attacking third and deliver accurate crosses showcases his value in both defense and transition play. With an impressive durability record, missing no games in three seasons, he offers consistent availability for his team.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Fernando Fonseca
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taha Şahinsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 26 | €3.2m | 89 | 83 |
| 2 | Jonathan Clausssimilar↗ | Nice | 34 | €3.6m | 89 | 83 |
| 3 | Aitor Ruibalsimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €3.9m | 89 | 83 |
| 4 | Hugo Siquetsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 24 | €4.1m | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Felix Passlacksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 28 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Gary Magneesimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 27 | €2.0m | 88 | 86 |
| 7 | Matthias Badersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €500k | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Ki-Jana Hoeversimilar↗ | Stoke City | 24 | €3.3m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Ridle Bakusimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €13m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Cherrion Valeriussimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 21 | €600k | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | William Furtadosimilar↗ | Cruzeiro | 31 | €2.7m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | João Lucassimilar↗ | Juventude | 28 | €1.6m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fernando Fonseca
≈ 100% Fernando Fonseca · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Fernando Fonseca · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Fernando Fonseca · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Fernando Fonseca?
By Doppel's fit score, Taha Şahin (Çaykur Rizespor) is the closest profile to Fernando Fonseca, with a 83/100 overall match. Jonathan Clauss and Aitor Ruibal are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Fernando Fonseca?
Yes. Matthias Bader (Darmstadt 98) plays a similar right back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Fernando Fonseca?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Fernando Fonseca's 2024/25 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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