Players like Caique Gonçalves
CM/CDMVitória · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitCaique Gonçalves's profile ↗
The players most similar to Caique Gonçalves are Lander Olaetxea, Sergio González, Maximilian Dietz. Doppel rates Lander Olaetxea (Eibar) a 79/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Lander Olaetxea scores 79/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Caique Gonçalves embodies the archetype of a reliable defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and showcasing his ability to distribute the ball with accurate long passes. While his Sofascore rating places him in the bottom 44% of his peers, his strengths lie in his physical presence and passing range, vital for controlling the midfield. However, his injury history, with significant time missed over the past three seasons, raises concerns about his durability in the long run.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls. Availability: 42 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Caique Gonçalves
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lander Olaetxeasimilar↗ | Eibar | 33 | €400k | 94 | 79 |
| 2 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 29 | €600k | 94 | 81 |
| 3 | Maximilian Dietzsimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 24 | €1.2m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 93 | 81 |
| 5 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 93 | 81 |
| 6 | Kevin Ackermannsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 93 | 80 |
| 7 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 93 | 79 |
| 8 | Miguel Atienzasimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 27 | €1.0m | 92 | 79 |
| 9 | Joseph N'Duquidisimilar↗ | SC Farense | 22 | €400k | 92 | 79 |
| 10 | Jesús Álvarezsimilar↗ | Huesca | 27 | €900k | 92 | 79 |
| 11 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 91 | 79 |
| 12 | Jesús Bernalsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 30 | €500k | 91 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Caique Gonçalves
≈ 100% Caique Gonçalves · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Caique Gonçalves · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Caique Gonçalves · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Caique Gonçalves?
Statistically, Lander Olaetxea (Eibar) is the closest look-alike to Caique Gonçalves — a 79/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Caique Gonçalves?
By Doppel's fit score, Lander Olaetxea (Eibar) is the closest profile to Caique Gonçalves, with a 79/100 overall match. Sergio González and Maximilian Dietz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Caique Gonçalves?
Yes. Lander Olaetxea (Eibar) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Caique Gonçalves?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Caique Gonçalves'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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