Players like João Ricardo
GKFortaleza · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Ricardo's profile ↗
The players most similar to João Ricardo are Franco Petroli, Tobe Leysen, Jon Mikel Magunagoitia. Doppel rates Franco Petroli (CA Lanús) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Juan Palomares scores 80/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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João Ricardo is an elite shot-stopper, showcasing top-tier quality as reflected in his position's top 3% Sofascore rating. His strengths lie in his impressive aerial prowess and ability to successfully dribble under pressure, demonstrating both reliability and composure. With an outstanding record of durability, missing no games in the last three seasons, he embodies the dependable presence every team craves in goal.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Successful dribbles, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to João Ricardo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Franco Petrolisimilar↗ | CA Lanús | 28 | €1.7m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Tobe Leysensimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 24 | €4.6m | 91 | 79 |
| 3 | Jon Mikel Magunagoitiasimilar↗ | Eibar | 26 | €1.6m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Aitor Fragasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 23 | €900k | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Timo Hornsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €600k | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Lorenzo Palmisanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Juan Palomaressimilar↗ | Mirandés | 26 | €500k | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Warlesonsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 30 | €2.2m | 87 | 84 |
| 9 | Filip Stankovićsimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.8m | 85 | 82 |
| 10 | Iñaki Peñasimilar↗ | Elche | 27 | €3.6m | 84 | 81 |
| 11 | Joël Drommelsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 30 | €3.7m | 84 | 80 |
| 12 | Anthony Lopessimilar↗ | Angers | 36 | €900k | 83 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Ricardo
≈ 100% João Ricardo · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% João Ricardo · strong: Key passes, Goals prevented · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Goals prevented /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% João Ricardo · strong: Shots, Clean sheet % · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clean sheet %, Save %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to João Ricardo?
Statistically, Franco Petroli (CA Lanús) is the closest look-alike to João Ricardo — a 81/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for João Ricardo?
By Doppel's fit score, Franco Petroli (CA Lanús) is the closest profile to João Ricardo, with a 81/100 overall match. Tobe Leysen and Jon Mikel Magunagoitia are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to João Ricardo?
Yes. Juan Palomares (Mirandés) plays a similar goalkeeper role and rates 80/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to João Ricardo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from João Ricardo's 2025 season, then ranks goalkeepers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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