Players like João Novais
CM/CAM/CDMAlanyaspor · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Novais's profile ↗
The players most similar to João Novais are Hugo Félix, Christian Eriksen, Haris Hajradinović. Doppel rates Hugo Félix (Tondela) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ajdin Hrustić scores 85/100 at about €600k. Data as of July 2026.
About João Novais
João Novais is a creative attacking midfielder who excels at orchestrating play from deep, showcasing an ability to deliver accurate long balls and create significant goal-scoring opportunities. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 44% of his peers, his vision and passing precision stand out, as evidenced by his impressive xG + xA metrics. Remarkably durable, Novais has missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable asset in midfield.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, xG + xA, Big chances created. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to João Novais
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hugo Félixsimilar↗ | Tondela | 22 | €800k | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 93 | 86 |
| 3 | Haris Hajradinovićsimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €1.3m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Danel Sinanisimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €2.9m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Anouar Ait El Hadjsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 24 | €4.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 92 | 86 |
| 8 | Gianluca Caprarisimilar↗ | Monza | 33 | €600k | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Farès Chaïbisimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | €15m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Shaylonsimilar↗ | Atlético Goianiense | 29 | €1.0m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Romano Schmidsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 26 | €17m | 91 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Novais
≈ 100% João Novais · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% João Novais · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% João Novais · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for João Novais?
By Doppel's fit score, Hugo Félix (Tondela) is the closest profile to João Novais, with a 84/100 overall match. Christian Eriksen and Haris Hajradinović are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to João Novais?
Yes. Ajdin Hrustić (Heracles Almelo) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to João Novais?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from João Novais's 2024/25 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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