Players like Marco Varnier
CBJuve Stabia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarco Varnier's profile ↗
The players most similar to Marco Varnier are Pablo Vázquez, Nicola Pietrangeli, Michael Keane. Doppel rates Pablo Vázquez (Deportivo de A Coruña) a 79/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Pablo Vázquez scores 79/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Marco Varnier is a robust, aerially dominant centre-back known for his defensive solidity and ability to win duels. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 40% of his peers, he excels in aerial duels and clearances, showcasing his capacity to disrupt opposition attacks effectively. While his passing metrics may not stand out, his presence in the air and durability make him a reliable option, despite a recent history of injuries limiting his availability.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Clearances. Availability: 22 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Marco Varnier
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pablo Vázquezsimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 32 | €300k | 94 | 79 |
| 2 | Nicola Pietrangelisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 26 | €1.2m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Michael Keanesimilar↗ | Everton | 33 | €2.8m | 88 | 81 |
| 4 | Matias Antoninisimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 28 | €1.6m | 88 | 80 |
| 5 | Jon Martinsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 20 | €24m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Seid Koraćsimilar↗ | Venezia | 25 | €1.4m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 86 | 85 |
| 9 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Thomas Kellersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 27 | €1.3m | 85 | 80 |
| 11 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Luton Town | 25 | €6.7m | 85 | 79 |
| 12 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 84 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marco Varnier
≈ 100% Marco Varnier · low reliability
≈ 100% Marco Varnier · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Marco Varnier · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Marco Varnier?
By Doppel's fit score, Pablo Vázquez (Deportivo de A Coruña) is the closest profile to Marco Varnier, with a 79/100 overall match. Nicola Pietrangeli and Michael Keane are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Marco Varnier?
Yes. Pablo Vázquez (Deportivo de A Coruña) plays a similar centre back role and rates 79/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Marco Varnier?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Marco Varnier'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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