Players like Marco Varnier
CBJuve Stabia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarco Varnier's profile ↗
Marco Varnier is a centre-back for Juve Stabia in Serie B, with 18 appearances during the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist over 894 minutes. Players similar to Varnier include Pablo Vázquez from Deportivo de A Coruña, with a fit score of 79/100, and Nicola Pietrangeli of Südtirol, also at 79/100. For a slightly higher fit, consider Michael Keane from Everton, who has a fit score of 81/100.
About Marco Varnier
Marco Varnier is a robust, aerially dominant centre-back who excels in defensive duels, showcasing his ability to win headers and clear threats with confidence. With a Sofascore rating in the top 38% of his positional peers, he’s a reliable presence in the backline, demonstrating durability despite a history of injuries. While his passing might not be his strongest suit, his defensive prowess and ability to create big chances highlight his well-rounded contributions to the team.
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 · data: Sofascore, 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?
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