Players like José Aldo
CM/CDMMirassol · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosé Aldo's profile ↗
José Aldo is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Mirassol in Brazil's Serie A, currently valued at €2m. Players similar to José Aldo include Joris van Overeem from SC Heerenveen, with a fit score of 81/100, and Dani Parejo of Villarreal, also at 81/100. Additionally, Sydie Peck from Sheffield United has a fit score of 84/100, making him a strong comparable option for those looking for players who can replace Aldo.
About José Aldo
José Aldo is a reliable, disciplined defensive midfielder known for his ability to control the game from deep. With a strong proficiency in accurate long balls and solid defensive metrics, he excels in breaking up opposition plays while distributing the ball effectively. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the past three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. While he may not contribute much in terms of scoring, his defensive and playmaking capabilities make him a valuable asset in midfield.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Tackles + interceptions, Touches. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to José Aldo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 32 | €900k | 90 | 81 |
| 2 | Dani Parejosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 37 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 3 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 88 | 80 |
| 5 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 88 | 83 |
| 6 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Weston McKenniesimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €31m | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Henrikh Mkhitaryansimilar↗ | Inter | 37 | €2.9m | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Mario Pašalićsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 31 | €6.2m | 86 | 80 |
| 12 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match José Aldo
≈ 100% José Aldo · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Clearances /90
≈ 100% José Aldo · strong: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won %, Touches /90
≈ 100% José Aldo · strong: Aerial duels won, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for José Aldo?
By Doppel's fit score, Joris van Overeem (SC Heerenveen) is the closest profile to José Aldo, with a 81/100 overall match. Dani Parejo and Sydie Peck are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to José Aldo?
Yes. Joris van Overeem (SC Heerenveen) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to José Aldo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from José Aldo'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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