Players like Tchê Tchê
CM/CDMVasco da Gama · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitTchê Tchê's profile ↗
The players most similar to Tchê Tchê are Markus Karlsbakk, Cisse Sandra, Thomas Claes. Doppel rates Markus Karlsbakk (Lillestrøm SK) a 81/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Shinta Appelkamp scores 80/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Tchê Tchê is a seasoned central midfielder whose experience lends stability to the midfield, but his current form places him in the lower echelon of his positional peers. With a lack of standout strengths and below-average metrics in aerial duels and defensive contributions, he may struggle to impact games defensively. However, his reliability is notable, having missed only nine matches in the past three seasons, making him a dependable option for squad depth despite his recent struggles.
Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tchê Tchê
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Markus Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 26 | €1.5m | 89 | 81 |
| 2 | Cisse Sandrasimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.1m | 89 | 81 |
| 3 | Thomas Claessimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 22 | €1.5m | 87 | 79 |
| 4 | Kian Fitz-Jimsimilar↗ | Torino | 23 | €2.8m | 87 | 80 |
| 5 | Shinta Appelkampsimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 26 | €1.4m | 87 | 80 |
| 6 | Tommaso Bertisimilar↗ | Cesena | 22 | €6.0m | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 85 | 82 |
| 8 | Rodrigo Atenciosimilar↗ | Independiente Rivadavia | 24 | €2.2m | 85 | 81 |
| 9 | Jonas Therkelsensimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 23 | €2.7m | 85 | 79 |
| 10 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 85 | 84 |
| 11 | Isaac Pricesimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 23 | €13m | 84 | 80 |
| 12 | Håkon Evjensimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 26 | €4.8m | 84 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tchê Tchê
≈ 100% Tchê Tchê · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Tchê Tchê · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Tchê Tchê · strong: Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Tchê Tchê?
Statistically, Markus Karlsbakk (Lillestrøm SK) is the closest look-alike to Tchê Tchê — a 81/100 profile match (89/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Tchê Tchê?
By Doppel's fit score, Markus Karlsbakk (Lillestrøm SK) is the closest profile to Tchê Tchê, with a 81/100 overall match. Cisse Sandra and Thomas Claes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tchê Tchê?
Yes. Shinta Appelkamp (Fortuna Düsseldorf) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tchê Tchê?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Tchê Tchê's 2026 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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