Players like Germán Valera
LM/RWElche · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGermán Valera's profile ↗
The players most similar to Germán Valera are Nicola Zalewski, Dwight McNeil, Edan Diop. Doppel rates Nicola Zalewski (Atalanta) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Edan Diop scores 84/100 at about €2.8m. Data as of September 2026.
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Germán Valera is a dynamic left midfielder/right winger, excelling in creating opportunities and connecting play in the final third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 34% of his peers, he stands out for his precise passing and ability to generate big chances, making him a key contributor in attack. His durability is impressive, having missed only one game in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. While his shot volume could improve, his overall playmaking ability makes him a valuable asset.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Touches, Big chances created. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
9 players most similar to Germán Valera
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nicola Zalewskisimilar↗ | Atalanta | 24 | €18m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Dwight McNeilsimilar↗ | Everton | 27 | €19m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Edan Diopsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 22 | €2.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Arda Gülersimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €87m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Marcus Taverniersimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 27 | €23m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Álex Berenguersimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 31 | €4.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Savinhosimilar↗ | Girona FC | 22 | €37m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Malick Fofanasimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 21 | €29m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Romano Schmidsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 26 | €17m | 85 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Germán Valera
≈ 100% Germán Valera · strong: Big chances created, Touches · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Touches /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Germán Valera · strong: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Germán Valera · strong: Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Germán Valera?
By Doppel's fit score, Nicola Zalewski (Atalanta) is the closest profile to Germán Valera, with a 81/100 overall match. Dwight McNeil and Edan Diop are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Germán Valera?
Yes. Edan Diop (Cercle Brugge) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €2.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Germán Valera?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Germán Valera's 2025/26 season, then ranks left midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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