Players like Héliton
CBGöztepe · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitHéliton's profile ↗
The players most similar to Héliton are Axel Drouhin, Patrick Nkoa, Mark McGuinness. Doppel rates Axel Drouhin (Annecy FC) a 83/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Patrick Nkoa scores 86/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Héliton is a dominant aerial defender, excelling in aerial duels and showcasing impressive shot metrics for a centre-back, making him a notable threat on set pieces. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 48% of his positional peers, he demonstrates reliable performance and durability, missing only one game in three seasons. While his passing in the final third isn't a standout, his ability to win headers and contribute defensively makes him a valuable asset at the back.
Strengths: Shots, Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Héliton
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Axel Drouhinsimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 26 | €1.2m | 96 | 83 |
| 2 | Patrick Nkoasimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 27 | €700k | 93 | 86 |
| 3 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 25 | €6.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Daan Dierckxsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 23 | €1.5m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 88 | 85 |
| 9 | Kacper Potulskisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 19 | €17m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 87 | 85 |
| 12 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Héliton
≈ 100% Héliton · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Héliton · strong: xG + xA, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Héliton · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Héliton?
Statistically, Axel Drouhin (Annecy FC) is the closest look-alike to Héliton — a 83/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Héliton?
By Doppel's fit score, Axel Drouhin (Annecy FC) is the closest profile to Héliton, with a 83/100 overall match. Patrick Nkoa and Mark McGuinness are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Héliton?
Yes. Patrick Nkoa (Eintracht Braunschweig) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Héliton?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Héliton's 2025/26 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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