Players like Rodrigo Nestor
CM/LWBahia · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitRodrigo Nestor's profile ↗
Rodrigo Nestor is a central midfielder/left winger for Bahia in the BRA-Serie A, with 13 appearances in 2026, contributing 1 goal and 2 assists over 631 minutes. Players similar to Nestor include Bruno Zapelli from Athletico, who has a fit score of 87/100, and Edu Expósito from Espanyol, with a fit score of 85/100. Both offer comparable roles and statistical profiles within their respective leagues.
About Rodrigo Nestor
Rodrigo Nestor is a dynamic central midfielder with a strong aerial presence and excellent ability to regain possession in the attacking third, making him a valuable asset in both transition and build-up play. Despite being ranked in the bottom percentile of his positional peers overall, his top-tier aerial duel success and accurate crossing highlight his potential to influence matches. However, his injury history raises concerns about his reliability on the pitch, which could impact his contributions over the long term.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses. Availability: 26 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rodrigo Nestor
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bruno Zapellisimilar↗ | Athletico | 24 | €4.7m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Abderrahman Rebbachsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €2.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Lovro Majersimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 28 | €8.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Romano Schmidsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 26 | €17m | 93 | 88 |
| 6 | Williansimilar↗ | Fulham | 38 | €400k | 93 | 87 |
| 7 | Dwight McNeilsimilar↗ | Everton | 27 | €19m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Arijon Ibrahimovićsimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €11m | 92 | 89 |
| 9 | Jesús Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 92 | 85 |
| 10 | Rodrigo Riquelmesimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 26 | €4.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Mikey Johnstonsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 27 | €4.1m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Álex Berenguersimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 31 | €4.1m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rodrigo Nestor
≈ 100% Rodrigo Nestor · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Rodrigo Nestor · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Rodrigo Nestor · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rodrigo Nestor?
By Doppel's fit score, Bruno Zapelli (Athletico) is the closest profile to Rodrigo Nestor, with a 87/100 overall match. Edu Expósito and Abderrahman Rebbach are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rodrigo Nestor?
Yes. Willian (Fulham) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 87/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rodrigo Nestor?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rodrigo Nestor's 2026 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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