Players like Johnny Cardoso
CM/CDMAtlético Madrid · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJohnny Cardoso's profile ↗
The players most similar to Johnny Cardoso are Gibson Yah, Anouar El Azzouzi, Darko Nejašmić. Doppel rates Gibson Yah (FC Volendam) a 76/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Beñat Gerenabarrena scores 78/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Johnny Cardoso is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up play and winning duels with impressive tackle and interception metrics that place him in the top 2% of his peers. His ability to make clearances and successful dribbles further underscores his reliability in midfield battles. Despite some injury concerns, his overall quality remains solid, ranking in the top 34% among positional counterparts. Cardoso's resilience and defensive prowess make him a valuable asset for Atlético Madrid.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Clearances, Successful dribbles. Availability: 33 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Johnny Cardoso
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gibson Yahsimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 23 | €1.3m | 91 | 76 |
| 2 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 87 | 76 |
| 3 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 87 | 77 |
| 4 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 85 | 78 |
| 5 | Nacho Martínsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 24 | €1.0m | 85 | 75 |
| 6 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 85 | 77 |
| 7 | Yangel Herrerasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 28 | €5.6m | 84 | 75 |
| 8 | Manu Morlanessimilar↗ | Mallorca | 27 | €2.2m | 84 | 75 |
| 9 | Lewis Mileysimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 20 | €27m | 83 | 76 |
| 10 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 24 | €5.0m | 83 | 76 |
| 11 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 83 | 75 |
| 12 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Boca Juniors | 37 | €400k | 83 | 75 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Johnny Cardoso
≈ 100% Johnny Cardoso · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Johnny Cardoso · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Johnny Cardoso · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Johnny Cardoso?
Statistically, Gibson Yah (FC Volendam) is the closest look-alike to Johnny Cardoso — a 76/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Johnny Cardoso?
By Doppel's fit score, Gibson Yah (FC Volendam) is the closest profile to Johnny Cardoso, with a 76/100 overall match. Anouar El Azzouzi and Darko Nejašmić are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Johnny Cardoso?
Yes. Beñat Gerenabarrena (Athletic Club) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Johnny Cardoso?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Johnny Cardoso's 2025/26 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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