Players like Rúben Lima
LB/LM/CBCF Estrela Amadora · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitRúben Lima's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rúben Lima are Antonino Gallo, Bryan Goncalves, Mardochee Nzita. Doppel rates Antonino Gallo (Lecce) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Callum Elder scores 82/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Rúben Lima is a dependable left-back known for his precise long balls and accurate crossing, making him a valuable outlet in transition. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 25% of his peers, his durability shines through with no missed games in the last three seasons. While he may not be a goal-scoring threat, his ability to deliver quality service from wide areas can create opportunities for teammates.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rúben Lima
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Antonino Gallosimilar↗ | Lecce | 26 | €3.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Mardochee Nzitasimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €1.4m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Callum Eldersimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €400k | 89 | 82 |
| 5 | Luke Thomassimilar↗ | Leicester City | 25 | €5.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Taiga Hatasimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €2.4m | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Samuele Angorisimilar↗ | Pisa | 23 | €4.3m | 86 | 86 |
| 8 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | John Tolkinsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €2.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 10 | Vasilios Zagaritissimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 25 | €3.2m | 86 | 82 |
| 11 | Emanuele Valerisimilar↗ | Parma | 28 | €2.9m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €900k | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rúben Lima
≈ 100% Rúben Lima · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Rúben Lima · strong: Big chances created, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Rúben Lima · strong: Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rúben Lima?
By Doppel's fit score, Antonino Gallo (Lecce) is the closest profile to Rúben Lima, with a 83/100 overall match. Bryan Goncalves and Mardochee Nzita are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rúben Lima?
Yes. Callum Elder (Derby County) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rúben Lima?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rúben Lima'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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