Players like Matheus Dias
CM/CDMCD Nacional · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMatheus Dias's profile ↗
The players most similar to Matheus Dias are Carlo Sickinger, Pascal Klemens, Sergio González. Doppel rates Carlo Sickinger (SV 07 Elversberg) a 81/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Adam Carlén scores 79/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Matheus Dias is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up opposition play and aerial duels. His statistics highlight him as a top-tier ball-winner, with elite clearance rates and strong tackling ability, making him a reliable presence in the midfield. While his offensive contributions may be limited, his durability and consistent performances across 31 matches this season underline his value as a dependable anchor in the team.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Matheus Dias
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 95 | 81 |
| 2 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 94 | 82 |
| 3 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 29 | €600k | 94 | 81 |
| 4 | Kevin Ackermannsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 94 | 80 |
| 5 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 93 | 79 |
| 6 | Anuarsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €700k | 93 | 78 |
| 7 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 93 | 80 |
| 8 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 26 | €400k | 92 | 79 |
| 9 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 92 | 80 |
| 10 | Alberto Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 29 | €500k | 92 | 79 |
| 11 | Lander Olaetxeasimilar↗ | Eibar | 33 | €400k | 92 | 78 |
| 12 | Florian Flicksimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 26 | €700k | 91 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Matheus Dias
≈ 100% Matheus Dias · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Matheus Dias · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Matheus Dias · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Matheus Dias?
Statistically, Carlo Sickinger (SV 07 Elversberg) is the closest look-alike to Matheus Dias — a 81/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Matheus Dias?
By Doppel's fit score, Carlo Sickinger (SV 07 Elversberg) is the closest profile to Matheus Dias, with a 81/100 overall match. Pascal Klemens and Sergio González are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Matheus Dias?
Yes. Adam Carlén (Excelsior) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Matheus Dias?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Matheus Dias's 2025/26 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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