Players like Mateus Carvalho
CM/CDMVasco da Gama · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitMateus Carvalho's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mateus Carvalho are Yann Bodiger, Justin Smith, José Gragera. Doppel rates Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) a 78/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yann Bodiger scores 78/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Mateus Carvalho is a tenacious defensive midfielder whose playing style revolves around robust tackling and aerial prowess. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom third of his positional peers, he stands out with elite metrics in tackles, interceptions, and duels won, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposition play effectively. While his attacking contributions are limited, his reliability in defensive duties is critical, though his injury history raises concerns about consistency in availability.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won %, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 43 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mateus Carvalho
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yann Bodigersimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €500k | 92 | 78 |
| 2 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 87 | 77 |
| 3 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 26 | €1.3m | 86 | 76 |
| 4 | Jesús Álvarezsimilar↗ | Huesca | 27 | €900k | 86 | 76 |
| 5 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 86 | 75 |
| 6 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 86 | 75 |
| 7 | Yannick Engelhardtsimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 25 | €6.5m | 86 | 75 |
| 8 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 29 | €600k | 85 | 76 |
| 9 | Maximilian Dietzsimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 24 | €1.2m | 85 | 78 |
| 10 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 85 | 76 |
| 11 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 85 | 76 |
| 12 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 85 | 75 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mateus Carvalho
≈ 100% Mateus Carvalho · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Mateus Carvalho · medium reliability
≈ 100% Mateus Carvalho · strong: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Mateus Carvalho?
Statistically, Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) is the closest look-alike to Mateus Carvalho — a 78/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Mateus Carvalho?
By Doppel's fit score, Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) is the closest profile to Mateus Carvalho, with a 78/100 overall match. Justin Smith and José Gragera are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mateus Carvalho?
Yes. Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mateus Carvalho?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mateus Carvalho's 2025 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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