Players like Nicolás Otamendi
CBBenfica · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolás Otamendi's profile ↗
Nicolás Otamendi is a centre-back for Benfica in the Primeira Liga, with 30 appearances and 2 goals in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Otamendi include Ethan Pinnock from Brentford, who has a fit score of 83/100, and Cristian Romero from Tottenham Hotspur, with a fit score of 82/100. Other comparable options are Felix Uduokhai from FC Augsburg and Gustaf Lagerbielke from Sporting Braga, both boasting fit scores of 82 and 83 respectively.
About Nicolás Otamendi
Nicolás Otamendi is a commanding ball-playing centre-back, showcasing elite defensive prowess with a Sofascore rating in the top 3% of his peers. His ability to contribute offensively is notable, with strong metrics in shots and combined expected goals and assists, highlighting his threat during set-pieces. Remarkably durable, he has missed just one game in the last three seasons, proving to be a reliable cornerstone for Benfica's defense.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots, xG + xA. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nicolás Otamendi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ethan Pinnocksimilar↗ | Brentford | 33 | €2.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Cristian Romerosimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 28 | €42m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Felix Uduokhaisimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 29 | €3.2m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Gustaf Lagerbielkesimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 26 | €10m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 90 | 86 |
| 7 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 90 | 87 |
| 8 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Strahinja Pavlovićsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €38m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Emre Cansimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 32 | €3.2m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolás Otamendi
≈ 100% Nicolás Otamendi · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nicolás Otamendi · strong: Touches, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Nicolás Otamendi · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nicolás Otamendi?
By Doppel's fit score, Ethan Pinnock (Brentford) is the closest profile to Nicolás Otamendi, with a 83/100 overall match. Cristian Romero and Felix Uduokhai are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nicolás Otamendi?
Yes. Dan Zagadou (VfB Stuttgart) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nicolás Otamendi?
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