Players like José Tavares
CMSanta Clara · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosé Tavares's profile ↗
The players most similar to José Tavares are Ibrahima Sissoko, Daniel Requena, Anouar El Azzouzi. Doppel rates Ibrahima Sissoko (Nantes) a 77/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yassin Oukili scores 77/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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José Tavares is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in winning duels and aerial battles, making him a key asset in breaking up opposition play. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 18%, his top-tier metrics in tackles and clearances highlight his relentless work rate and reliability in midfield. With no games missed in the last three seasons, he proves to be a durable presence, anchoring the team effectively, though he may need to enhance his creative contributions.
Strengths: Duels won, Aerial duels won, Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to José Tavares
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ibrahima Sissokosimilar↗ | Nantes | 29 | €1.9m | 91 | 77 |
| 2 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 90 | 77 |
| 4 | Yassin Oukilisimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 25 | €700k | 89 | 77 |
| 5 | Stije Resinksimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 23 | €7.6m | 89 | 77 |
| 6 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €1.3m | 88 | 78 |
| 8 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 21 | €2.1m | 88 | 77 |
| 9 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 87 | 78 |
| 11 | Gvidas Gineitissimilar↗ | Torino | 22 | €5.0m | 87 | 78 |
| 12 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 24 | €5.0m | 87 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match José Tavares
≈ 100% José Tavares · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% José Tavares · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% José Tavares · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to José Tavares?
Statistically, Ibrahima Sissoko (Nantes) is the closest look-alike to José Tavares — a 77/100 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 José Tavares?
By Doppel's fit score, Ibrahima Sissoko (Nantes) is the closest profile to José Tavares, with a 77/100 overall match. Daniel Requena and Anouar El Azzouzi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to José Tavares?
Yes. Yassin Oukili (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to José Tavares?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from José Tavares'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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