Players like Sidney Lima
CB/RBSanta Clara · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSidney Lima's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sidney Lima are Lewis Schouten, Dies Janse, Miguel Nóbrega. Doppel rates Lewis Schouten (AZ Alkmaar) a 83/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Miguel Nóbrega scores 82/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Sidney Lima is a reliable positional defender, excelling as a centre-back or right-back with a strong focus on defensive duties. With a Sofascore rating in the top 48% of his peers, he showcases his ability to keep the opposition at bay, particularly through impressive clearance stats in the top 24%. His durability is a standout asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable presence in any backline.
Strengths: Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sidney Lima
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 22 | €700k | 90 | 83 |
| 2 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 26 | €400k | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Marnon Buschsimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 32 | €1.1m | 87 | 83 |
| 6 | Eric Smithsimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €5.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 87 | 84 |
| 9 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sidney Lima
≈ 100% Sidney Lima · strong: Accurate long balls, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Sidney Lima · strong: Sofascore rating, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Sidney Lima · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate long balls · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Sidney Lima?
Statistically, Lewis Schouten (AZ Alkmaar) is the closest look-alike to Sidney Lima — a 83/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Sidney Lima?
By Doppel's fit score, Lewis Schouten (AZ Alkmaar) is the closest profile to Sidney Lima, with a 83/100 overall match. Dies Janse and Miguel Nóbrega are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sidney Lima?
Yes. Miguel Nóbrega (Vitória SC) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sidney Lima?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sidney Lima's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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