Players like Nahuel Estévez
CM/CDMParma · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNahuel Estévez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nahuel Estévez are Lucas Robertone, Peer Koopmeiners, Ben Whiteman. Doppel rates Lucas Robertone (Almería) a 77/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jackson Irvine scores 79/100 at about €1.1m. Data as of September 2026.
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Nahuel Estévez is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and ball recovery, making him a vital presence in both defensive and transitional phases. With a Sofascore rating in the top 32% of his peers, he demonstrates quality and reliability on the pitch, contributing significantly to his team's defensive stability. While his offensive contributions are limited, his durability is impressive, having missed only 17 games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability and resilience in a demanding role.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won. Availability: 17 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nahuel Estévez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lucas Robertonesimilar↗ | Almería | 29 | €1.9m | 91 | 77 |
| 2 | Peer Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €13m | 89 | 78 |
| 3 | Ben Whitemansimilar↗ | Preston North End | 30 | €2.1m | 89 | 78 |
| 4 | Jackson Irvinesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 33 | €1.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 5 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Nicolas Madsensimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 26 | €5.2m | 86 | 78 |
| 7 | Gerard Gumbausimilar↗ | Granada | 32 | €1.2m | 86 | 78 |
| 8 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 85 | 78 |
| 9 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 85 | 77 |
| 10 | Jakub Kałuzińskisimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 24 | €2.3m | 84 | 78 |
| 11 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 84 | 81 |
| 12 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 84 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nahuel Estévez
≈ 100% Nahuel Estévez · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Nahuel Estévez · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Nahuel Estévez · strong: Clearances, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nahuel Estévez?
By Doppel's fit score, Lucas Robertone (Almería) is the closest profile to Nahuel Estévez, with a 77/100 overall match. Peer Koopmeiners and Ben Whiteman are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nahuel Estévez?
Yes. Jackson Irvine (FC St. Pauli) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €1.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nahuel Estévez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nahuel Estévez'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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