Players like Ignácio
CBFluminense · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitIgnácio's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ignácio are Marco Varnier, Niko Koulis, Marco Ruggero. Doppel rates Marco Varnier (Juve Stabia) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Javier Moreno scores 78/100 at about €200k. Data as of July 2026.
About Ignácio
Ignácio is a robust, positional ball-playing centre-back known for his defensive reliability and ability to clear danger, ranking in the top 12% for clearances per 90 minutes. His presence in the backline is complemented by surprising playmaking flair, creating big chances at a notable rate for his position. With an impressive track record of durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons, he consistently delivers solid performances, establishing himself as a dependable asset for Fluminense.
Strengths: Clearances, Big chances created. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ignácio
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marco Varniersimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 28 | €500k | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Niko Koulissimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €400k | 89 | 78 |
| 3 | Marco Ruggerosimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 26 | €900k | 89 | 78 |
| 4 | Javier Morenosimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 26 | €200k | 88 | 78 |
| 5 | Álex Pastorsimilar↗ | Málaga CF | 27 | €300k | 86 | 77 |
| 6 | Gabriel Otegbayosimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 21 | €900k | 85 | 78 |
| 7 | Manuel Lamasimilar↗ | Granada | 25 | €1.5m | 85 | 77 |
| 8 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 85 | 78 |
| 9 | Abdulay Juma Bahsimilar↗ | Nice | 20 | €10m | 85 | 77 |
| 10 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 83 | 78 |
| 11 | Loïc Mbe Sohsimilar↗ | K. Beerschot V.A. | 25 | €1.9m | 83 | 77 |
| 12 | Kialonda Gasparsimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 29 | €2.9m | 83 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ignácio
≈ 100% Ignácio · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Ignácio · medium reliability
≈ 100% Ignácio · strong: Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ignácio?
By Doppel's fit score, Marco Varnier (Juve Stabia) is the closest profile to Ignácio, with a 80/100 overall match. Niko Koulis and Marco Ruggero are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ignácio?
Yes. Javier Moreno (Albacete Balompié) plays a similar centre back role and rates 78/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ignácio?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ignácio's 2025 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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