Players like Zé Marcos
CBVitória · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitZé Marcos's profile ↗
The players most similar to Zé Marcos are Simon Graves, Casper Widell, Alec Van Hoorenbeeck. Doppel rates Simon Graves (PEC Zwolle) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nick Viergever scores 84/100 at about €300k. Data as of November 2026.
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Zé Marcos is a reliable, positional ball-playing centre-back known for his ability to clear danger, ranking in the top 22% for clearances among his peers. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 29%, he may not be among the elite, but his durability is a plus, missing only 11 games over the last three seasons. While his tackling and interception numbers leave room for improvement, his consistency and defensive awareness make him a steady presence in the backline.
Strengths: Clearances. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Zé Marcos
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Simon Gravessimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 27 | €1.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 86 |
| 3 | Alec Van Hoorenbeecksimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 28 | €600k | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 6 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 27 | €3.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 37 | €300k | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Henrik Sælebakke Falchenersimilar↗ | Viking FK | 23 | €6.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 87 | 85 |
| 11 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 87 | 85 |
| 12 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zé Marcos
≈ 100% Zé Marcos · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Zé Marcos · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Zé Marcos · strong: Clearances, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Zé Marcos?
Statistically, Simon Graves (PEC Zwolle) is the closest look-alike to Zé Marcos — a 83/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Zé Marcos?
By Doppel's fit score, Simon Graves (PEC Zwolle) is the closest profile to Zé Marcos, with a 83/100 overall match. Casper Widell and Alec Van Hoorenbeeck are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Zé Marcos?
Yes. Nick Viergever (PEC Zwolle) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Zé Marcos?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Zé Marcos's 2025 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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