Players like Thiago Heleno
CBAthletico · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitThiago Heleno's profile ↗
The players most similar to Thiago Heleno are David Robert Bates, Casper Widell, Ryan Flamingo. Doppel rates David Robert Bates (Standard Liège) a 80/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gustavo Henrique scores 81/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Thiago Heleno is a composed ball-playing centre-back, excelling in distribution with a standout ability to deliver accurate long balls, ranking in the top 4% of his peers. At 38, he remains a reliable presence in defense, contributing to his team's build-up play while boasting a solid Sofascore rating in the top 19%. His durability is notable, with only eight games missed over the last three seasons, showcasing his resilience on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating, Shots. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Thiago Heleno
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Robert Batessimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 30 | €1.9m | 88 | 80 |
| 2 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 3 | Ryan Flamingosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €15m | 88 | 81 |
| 4 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 87 | 81 |
| 5 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | Corinthians | 34 | €800k | 85 | 81 |
| 10 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 85 | 82 |
| 11 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 85 | 83 |
| 12 | Cacásimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €1.5m | 85 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thiago Heleno
≈ 100% Thiago Heleno · strong: Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Thiago Heleno · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Thiago Heleno · strong: Accurate long balls, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Touches /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Thiago Heleno?
Statistically, David Robert Bates (Standard Liège) is the closest look-alike to Thiago Heleno — a 80/100 profile match (88/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Thiago Heleno?
By Doppel's fit score, David Robert Bates (Standard Liège) is the closest profile to Thiago Heleno, with a 80/100 overall match. Casper Widell and Ryan Flamingo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thiago Heleno?
Yes. Gustavo Henrique (Real Valladolid) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Thiago Heleno?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Thiago Heleno's 2024 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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