Players like Mauro Júnior
LB/CMPSV Eindhoven · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMauro Júnior's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mauro Júnior are Maximilian Mittelstädt, Maxence Caqueret, Mikkel Damsgaard. Doppel rates Maximilian Mittelstädt (VfB Stuttgart) a 84/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Henrikh Mkhitaryan scores 85/100 at about €2.9m. Data as of September 2026.
Building your XI? Put Mauro Júnior in a lineup and get the whole team rated on real data.Build a lineup →About Mauro Júnior
Mauro Júnior is a dynamic left-back with the versatility to influence play from central midfield, showcasing exceptional creativity and playmaking ability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9% of his peers, he thrives in generating big chances and delivering accurate final-third passes, making him a vital asset in attacking transitions. While he may struggle in aerial duels, his reliability is evident with only 18 games missed over the last three seasons, solidifying his role as a dependable presence on the pitch.
Strengths: Big chances created, Accurate final-third passes, Touches. Availability: 18 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mauro Júnior
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maximilian Mittelstädtsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 29 | €20m | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Maxence Caqueretsimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 26 | €13m | 95 | 85 |
| 3 | Mikkel Damsgaardsimilar↗ | Brentford | 26 | €29m | 95 | 85 |
| 4 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €25m | 94 | 85 |
| 5 | Henrikh Mkhitaryansimilar↗ | Inter | 37 | €2.9m | 94 | 85 |
| 6 | Tom Bischofsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 21 | €39m | 94 | 85 |
| 7 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 94 | 85 |
| 8 | Sergio Gómezsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 26 | €15m | 94 | 86 |
| 9 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 93 | 87 |
| 10 | Valentín Barcosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €44m | 93 | 85 |
| 11 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 93 | 86 |
| 12 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | FC Twente | 20 | €11m | 93 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mauro Júnior
≈ 100% Mauro Júnior · strong: Touches, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate crosses /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Mauro Júnior · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Mauro Júnior · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Mauro Júnior?
By Doppel's fit score, Maximilian Mittelstädt (VfB Stuttgart) is the closest profile to Mauro Júnior, with a 84/100 overall match. Maxence Caqueret and Mikkel Damsgaard are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mauro Júnior?
Yes. Henrikh Mkhitaryan (Inter) plays a similar left back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €2.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mauro Júnior?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mauro Júnior's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →