Players like João Lucas
RBRemo · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Lucas's profile ↗
The players most similar to João Lucas are William Furtado, Taha Şahin, Alberto Costa. Doppel rates William Furtado (Cruzeiro) a 88/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Daniel Imray scores 85/100 at about €700k. Data as of September 2026.
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João Lucas is a dynamic attacking right-back known for his creativity and ability to contribute offensively. With a Sofascore rating in the top 22% of his positional peers, he excels in delivering accurate crosses and generating key passes, making him a vital asset in the final third. While he has struggled with injuries throughout his career, his impressive assist tally and knack for creating big chances highlight his potential to influence games significantly when fit.
Strengths: Key passes, Accurate crosses, Big chances created. Availability: 46 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to João Lucas
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | William Furtadosimilar↗ | Cruzeiro | 31 | €2.7m | 95 | 88 |
| 2 | Taha Şahinsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 26 | €3.2m | 95 | 87 |
| 3 | Alberto Costasimilar↗ | FC Porto | 23 | €17m | 94 | 87 |
| 4 | Lilian Raolisoasimilar↗ | Angers | 26 | €4.1m | 94 | 85 |
| 5 | Daniel Imraysimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 23 | €700k | 94 | 85 |
| 6 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 94 | 89 |
| 7 | Cristian Pavónsimilar↗ | Grêmio | 30 | €1.8m | 94 | 86 |
| 8 | Jordi Liongolasimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 26 | €1.5m | 94 | 88 |
| 9 | Joshua Brenetsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 32 | €900k | 93 | 85 |
| 10 | João Cancelosimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 32 | €8.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 11 | Benjamin Henrichssimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 29 | €7.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 12 | Jayden Boglesimilar↗ | Leeds United | 26 | €16m | 93 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Lucas
≈ 100% João Lucas · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% João Lucas · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% João Lucas · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for João Lucas?
By Doppel's fit score, William Furtado (Cruzeiro) is the closest profile to João Lucas, with a 88/100 overall match. Taha Şahin and Alberto Costa are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to João Lucas?
Yes. Daniel Imray (West Bromwich Albion) plays a similar right back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to João Lucas?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from João Lucas's 2024 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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