Players like Souza
LBSantos · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitSouza's profile ↗
Souza is a left-back for Santos in the Brazilian Serie A, with 24 appearances, 1 goal, and 2 assists in the 2025 season. Players similar to Souza include Fabio Ferraro from FCV Dender, who has a fit score of 87/100, and Eric Bocat of Sint-Truidense VV, with a fit score of 84/100. Both players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles, making them potential alternatives for teams seeking a left-back.
About Souza
Souza is a dynamic, attack-minded left-back who excels in offensive contributions and ball progression. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 26% of his position, he showcases his dribbling prowess, creating big chances while winning possession in the attacking third. Although he may struggle with aerial duels, his ability to drive forward and influence the game makes him a valuable asset for Santos, demonstrating durability with only a few games missed this season.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Shots, Possession won in att. third.
12 players most similar to Souza
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fabio Ferrarosimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 24 | €1.2m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Carlos Romerosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 25 | €24m | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Eric Bocatsimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 27 | €2.1m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Hennes Behrenssimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €5.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Daam Foulonsimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 27 | €1.9m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Jordan Zemurasimilar↗ | Udinese | 27 | €4.5m | 92 | 83 |
| 7 | Kaikisimilar↗ | Cruzeiro | 23 | €15m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | FC Twente | 20 | €11m | 92 | 87 |
| 9 | Rayan Aït-Nourisimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 25 | €39m | 92 | 83 |
| 10 | Arthur Zagresimilar↗ | Excelsior | 25 | €1.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 29 | €3.7m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Hugo Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 24 | €13m | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Souza
≈ 100% Souza · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Souza · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Souza · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Souza?
By Doppel's fit score, Fabio Ferraro (FCV Dender) is the closest profile to Souza, with a 87/100 overall match. Carlos Romero and Eric Bocat are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Souza?
Yes. Fabio Ferraro (FCV Dender) plays a similar left back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €1.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Souza?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Souza's 2025 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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