Players like João Aurélio
RBCD Nacional · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Aurélio's profile ↗
The players most similar to João Aurélio are Kellen Fisher, Enzo Tacafred, Nacho Vidal. Doppel rates Kellen Fisher (Norwich City) a 78/100 overall match — 87/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bebeto scores 79/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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João Aurélio is a reliable defensive right-back known for his aerial prowess and tenacity in duels. Despite being in the bottom 23% of his positional peers overall, he excels in aerial duels and tackles, demonstrating his ability to disrupt opposition attacks effectively. At 38, his durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable presence in the backline.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Tackles + interceptions, Duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to João Aurélio
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kellen Fishersimilar↗ | Norwich City | 22 | €2.9m | 87 | 78 |
| 2 | Enzo Tacafredsimilar↗ | Nancy | 21 | €1.6m | 87 | 78 |
| 3 | Nacho Vidalsimilar↗ | Real Oviedo | 31 | €1.3m | 87 | 79 |
| 4 | Oliver Olsensimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 26 | €1.6m | 87 | 78 |
| 5 | Bebetosimilar↗ | Tondela | 36 | €100k | 86 | 79 |
| 6 | Olivier Aertssensimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €600k | 86 | 78 |
| 7 | Alberto Dadiesimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 24 | €300k | 86 | 78 |
| 8 | Terry Devlinsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 23 | €3.9m | 85 | 79 |
| 9 | Ben Godfreysimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 28 | €4.7m | 85 | 79 |
| 10 | Marios Vrousaisimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 28 | €3.1m | 84 | 78 |
| 11 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 84 | 78 |
| 12 | Dinis Pintosimilar↗ | Moreirense | 26 | €3.3m | 84 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Aurélio
≈ 100% João Aurélio · low reliability
≈ 100% João Aurélio · strong: Aerial duels won %, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% João Aurélio · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to João Aurélio?
Statistically, Kellen Fisher (Norwich City) is the closest look-alike to João Aurélio — a 78/100 profile match (87/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for João Aurélio?
By Doppel's fit score, Kellen Fisher (Norwich City) is the closest profile to João Aurélio, with a 78/100 overall match. Enzo Tacafred and Nacho Vidal are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to João Aurélio?
Yes. Bebeto (Tondela) plays a similar right back role and rates 79/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to João Aurélio?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from João Aurélio's 2025/26 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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