Players like Thiago Mendes
CM/CDMVasco da Gama · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitThiago Mendes's profile ↗
The players most similar to Thiago Mendes are Rob Schoofs, Ismael Saibari, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. Doppel rates Rob Schoofs (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rob Schoofs scores 84/100 at about €1.9m. Data as of October 2026.
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Thiago Mendes is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder known for his clinical finishing and offensive contributions. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 13% of his peers, he excels in scoring and creating opportunities, highlighted by his impressive non-penalty goals and accurate final-third passes. While his defensive metrics may not stand out, his ability to influence games in the attacking third is undeniable. However, his injury history raises concerns about his availability, making durability a key factor to monitor.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 34 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Thiago Mendes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rob Schoofssimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 32 | €1.9m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Ismael Saibarisimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 25 | €60m | 94 | 84 |
| 3 | Kiernan Dewsbury-Hallsimilar↗ | Everton | 28 | €38m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | João Carvalhosimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 29 | €4.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Gustavo Hamersimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 29 | €15m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Kang-in Leesimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 25 | €30m | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Brais Méndezsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 29 | €7.8m | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Azzedine Ounahisimilar↗ | Girona FC | 26 | €10m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Pablo Torresimilar↗ | Mallorca | 23 | €4.9m | 93 | 85 |
| 10 | Jack Rudonisimilar↗ | Coventry City | 25 | €21m | 93 | 85 |
| 11 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €13m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Kees Smitsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 20 | €24m | 92 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thiago Mendes
≈ 100% Thiago Mendes · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Thiago Mendes · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Thiago Mendes · strong: Possession won in att. third, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Sofascore rating, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Thiago Mendes?
Statistically, Rob Schoofs (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) is the closest look-alike to Thiago Mendes — a 84/100 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 Thiago Mendes?
By Doppel's fit score, Rob Schoofs (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) is the closest profile to Thiago Mendes, with a 84/100 overall match. Ismael Saibari and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thiago Mendes?
Yes. Rob Schoofs (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Thiago Mendes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Thiago Mendes'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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