Players like Douglas Mendes
CBRed Bull Bragantino · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitDouglas Mendes's profile ↗
The players most similar to Douglas Mendes are Jon Martin, Luka Lochoshvili, Michael Keane. Doppel rates Jon Martin (Real Sociedad) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Emmanuel Kakou scores 85/100 at about €2.2m. Data as of October 2026.
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Douglas Mendes is an aggressive front-foot centre-back with a knack for contributing to the attack, evidenced by his impressive goal-scoring ability and successful dribbles. While his overall performance ranks in the bottom 45% of his peers, his aerial prowess and finishing skills stand out, making him a unique threat in set-piece situations. With only three games missed in the last three seasons, Mendes showcases remarkable durability, ensuring reliability for his team.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Successful dribbles, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Douglas Mendes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jon Martinsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 20 | €24m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Luka Lochoshvilisimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 28 | €2.6m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Michael Keanesimilar↗ | Everton | 33 | €2.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 27 | €3.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Abdelhamid Ait Boudlalsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 20 | €13m | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Axel Disasisimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 28 | €16m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Wes Hardingsimilar↗ | Millwall | 30 | €800k | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Tristan Gooijersimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €1.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Douglas Mendes
≈ 100% Douglas Mendes · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Douglas Mendes · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Douglas Mendes · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Douglas Mendes?
Statistically, Jon Martin (Real Sociedad) is the closest look-alike to Douglas Mendes — a 83/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Douglas Mendes?
By Doppel's fit score, Jon Martin (Real Sociedad) is the closest profile to Douglas Mendes, with a 83/100 overall match. Luka Lochoshvili and Michael Keane are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Douglas Mendes?
Yes. Emmanuel Kakou (Cercle Brugge) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €2.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Douglas Mendes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Douglas Mendes'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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