AI DNA Similarity
Best Alternatives to João Valido
Players most similar to João Valido (Goalkeeper, N/A) — ranked by AI DNA similarity score across playing style, pressing intensity, and tactical fit.
Top 3 Alternatives to João Valido
- 1.Barry Lauwers99% DNA match·RKAV Volendam
- 2.Lassana Sy98% DNA match·Bordeaux
- 3.Timo Jansink97% DNA match·Heracles Almelo
Ranked by AI DNA similarity — 768 dimensions across playing style, pressing intensity, and tactical fit.
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Intelligence Verdict
Tackles WonTop 3%
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“A Sweeper-Keeper....”
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Sweeper-KeeperSmall Sample
A Sweeper-Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (100% success). However, he concedes frequently (2.67/90). The three most similar players to João Valido by playing style are:
- Barry Lauwers(99% match) — A Sweeper-Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (100% success) and exceptionally busy shot-stopper (4.4 saves/90). However, he concedes frequently (1.89/90).
- Lassana Sy(98% match) — A Sweeper-Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (100% success) and keeps goals out effectively (0.71 conceded/90). Note: this profile is based on 630 minutes of playing time this season.
- Timo Jansink(97% match) — A Sweeper-Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (100% success) and reliable in goal (3.6 saves/90). However, he concedes frequently (2.57/90).
Similarity is calculated using per-90 performance data across multiple playing style dimensions. How Player DNA matching works →
Similar Players — Ranked by DNA Similarity
#1
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Barry Lauwers
RKAV Volendam · Eredivisie
Netherlands26y
Tkl/900.00
Sweeper-KeeperSmall Sample
99% match
N/A
#2
L
Lassana Sy
Bordeaux · Ligue 1
Mali22y
Tkl/900.00
Sweeper-KeeperSmall Sample
vs Valido: 4y younger
98% match
N/A
#3
T
Timo Jansink
Heracles Almelo · Eredivisie
Netherlands22y
Tkl/900.00
Sweeper-Keeper
vs Valido: 4y younger
97% match
N/A
#4
S
Sam Proctor
Aston Villa · Premier League
England19y
Tkl/900.33
Traditional KeeperSmall Sample
97% match
N/A
#5
A
Amil Siljevic
Eintracht Frankfurt · Bundesliga
Germany19y
Tkl/900.00
Traditional KeeperSmall Sample
97% match
N/A
#6
H
Hans Christian Bernat
Karlsruher SC · Bundesliga
Denmark25y
Tkl/900.00
Sweeper-Keeper
97% match
N/A
#7
W
William Lykke
Nordsjælland · Superliga
Denmark21yContract 2028
Tkl/900.25
Traditional KeeperSmall Sample
97% match
N/A
#8
F
Felix Gebhardt
Jahn Regensburg · Bundesliga
Germany24y
Tkl/900.05
Sweeper-Keeper
97% match
N/A
#9
M
Max Schmitt
Ulm · Bundesliga
Germany20yContract 2026
Tkl/900.00
Sweeper-KeeperSmall Sample
97% match
N/A
#10
L
Luca Plogmann
Go Ahead Eagles · Eredivisie
Germany26yContract 2026
Tkl/900.00
Sweeper-Keeper
97% match
N/A
#11
L
Lucão
Gil Vicente · Liga Portugal
Brazil25y
Tkl/900.00
Traditional KeeperSmall Sample
97% match
N/A
#12
A
A. Søndergaard
Hobro · Superliga
Denmark25y
Tkl/900.19
Traditional KeeperSmall Sample
97% match
N/A
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Who are the best alternatives to João Valido?▼
The top alternatives to João Valido based on AI DNA playing style analysis include: Barry Lauwers, Lassana Sy, Timo Jansink, Sam Proctor, Amil Siljevic. These players were matched using Rising Transfers' 768-dimension DNA model across playing style, pressing intensity, and tactical fit — not just position or market value.
Which players are similar to João Valido in 2026?▼
Players with a similar profile to João Valido in 2026 include Barry Lauwers (N/A), Lassana Sy (N/A), Timo Jansink (N/A). For a deeper DNA-level comparison including playing style, physical attributes, and tactical fit, ask Rising Transfers' AI directly.
What position does João Valido play and who plays similarly?▼
João Valido plays as a Goalkeeper. Players with a comparable positional profile include Barry Lauwers (Netherlands, N/A); Lassana Sy (Mali, N/A); Timo Jansink (Netherlands, N/A); Sam Proctor (England, N/A).
How does Rising Transfers find similar players?▼
Rising Transfers uses a proprietary 768-dimension Player DNA model trained on 3.2 million match events. Each player is represented as a vector across 35+ per-90 metrics including pressing intensity, passing footprint, dribbling profile, and defensive contribution. Similarity is measured using cosine distance — the same technique used in state-of-the-art AI systems — making it the most precise player comparison tool available publicly.