Players like Nilton Varela
LM/LBCF Estrela Amadora · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitNilton Varela's profile ↗
Nilton Varela is a left midfielder/left-back for CF Estrela Amadora in the Primeira Liga, aged 25, with 28 appearances and 2 assists in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Varela include Coleen Louis from Amiens SC, who has a fit score of 82/100, and Unax Agote from Real Sociedad B, with a fit score of 81/100. Both players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles, making them potential alternatives.
About Nilton Varela
Nilton Varela is a combative left-back known for his strong defensive duels and aerial prowess. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 7% of his peers, he consistently battles on the ground and in the air, showcasing his resilience and work ethic, though his contributions in the final third are limited. His durability is a standout feature, missing only three games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable option on the flanks.
Strengths: Duels won, Successful dribbles, Aerial duels won. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nilton Varela
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coleen Louissimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 21 | €100k | 95 | 82 |
| 2 | Unax Agotesimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 23 | €200k | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Jon Baldasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 24 | €900k | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Jorge Salinassimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 19 | €8.5m | 89 | 78 |
| 5 | Juan Lariossimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 22 | €1.2m | 88 | 79 |
| 6 | Kristoffer Lundsimilar↗ | Palermo | 24 | €4.3m | 88 | 77 |
| 7 | Brais Martínezsimilar↗ | Racing de Ferrol | 25 | €400k | 88 | 78 |
| 8 | Juan María Alcedosimilar↗ | Mirandés | 25 | €400k | 88 | 77 |
| 9 | Hodei Arrillagasimilar↗ | Eibar | 22 | €600k | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Orest Lebedenkosimilar↗ | Vizela | 28 | €600k | 87 | 77 |
| 11 | Matthéo Xantippesimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 24 | €1.2m | 87 | 79 |
| 12 | Zakaria Arisssimilar↗ | Bastia | 22 | €1.9m | 87 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nilton Varela
≈ 100% Nilton Varela · strong: Successful dribbles, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nilton Varela · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Nilton Varela · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nilton Varela?
By Doppel's fit score, Coleen Louis (Amiens SC) is the closest profile to Nilton Varela, with a 82/100 overall match. Unax Agote and Jon Balda are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nilton Varela?
Yes. Coleen Louis (Amiens SC) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nilton Varela?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nilton Varela's 2024/25 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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