Players like Nilton Varela
LM/LBCF Estrela Amadora · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitNilton Varela's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nilton Varela are Coleen Louis, Unax Agote, Jon Balda. Doppel rates Coleen Louis (Amiens SC) a 82/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Coleen Louis scores 82/100 at about €100k. Data as of September 2026.
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Nilton Varela is a tenacious left-back who excels in duels and aerial contests, showcasing a combative playing style that makes him a reliable defensive asset. Despite his struggles in attacking contributions, his durability stands out, having missed only three games in the last three seasons. While he may not shine in the final third, his ability to win duels and dribble effectively underlines his potential as a solid performer in the defensive line.
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 · 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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