Players like Danilo Soares
LB/LM1. FC Nürnberg · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitDanilo Soares's profile ↗
Danilo Soares is a left-back/left midfielder for 1. FC Nürnberg in the 2. Bundesliga, with 23 appearances in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Danilo include Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar, fit 86/100) and Tim Handwerker (Arminia Bielefeld, fit 86/100), both offering comparable roles and statistical profiles. For those seeking alternatives, Sergi Cardona (Villarreal, fit 85/100) and George Thomason (Wrexham, fit 83/100) may also fit the bill.
About Danilo Soares
Danilo Soares is a robust defensive left-back with a knack for creating chances, embodying the archetype of a solid two-way full-back. With a Sofascore rating in the top 37% of his peers, he excels in tackles and interceptions, showcasing his defensive prowess while also contributing to the attack with key chances created. His durability is a notable asset, having missed few games this season, making him a reliable presence on the pitch. While his aerial duels and dribbling could improve, his defensive contributions stand out significantly.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Big chances created.
12 players most similar to Danilo Soares
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 91 | 85 |
| 2 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 91 | 86 |
| 3 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | George Thomasonsimilar↗ | Wrexham | 24 | €2.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Souffian El Karouanisimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €14m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Samuele Angorisimilar↗ | Pisa | 23 | €4.3m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Matthieu Udolsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 30 | €7.7m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Quentin Merlinsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €15m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Harrison Burrowssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 24 | €9.2m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Henok Teklabsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Nazinhosimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.6m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Danilo Soares
≈ 100% Danilo Soares · strong: Big chances created, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Danilo Soares · strong: Big chances created, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Danilo Soares · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Danilo Soares?
By Doppel's fit score, Sergi Cardona (Villarreal) is the closest profile to Danilo Soares, with a 85/100 overall match. Jeff Hardeveld and Tim Handwerker are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Danilo Soares?
Yes. Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) plays a similar left back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Danilo Soares?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Danilo Soares's 2024/25 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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