Players like Sebastián Valdez
CBCA Independiente · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitSebastián Valdez's profile ↗
Sebastián Valdez is a centre-back for CA Independiente in the Argentine Liga Profesional, with 15 appearances and 1268 minutes played in 2026. Players similar to Valdez include Siad Gourville from US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale, who has a fit score of 80/100, and Kazunari Kita from Real Sociedad B, with a fit score of 79/100. Both offer comparable defensive capabilities and playing styles.
About Sebastián Valdez
Sebastián Valdez is a ball-playing centre-back known for his impressive ability to dribble out from the back, ranking in the top 12% among his peers. With a Sofascore rating in the top 19%, he consistently showcases quality in defensive organization and ball progression, making him a reliable presence in the heart of the defense. His durability is notable, having missed only 10 games over the last three seasons, solidifying his reputation as a dependable performer.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Sofascore rating. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sebastián Valdez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Siad Gourvillesimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €800k | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 88 | 79 |
| 3 | Rodri Suárezsimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 24 | €500k | 88 | 80 |
| 4 | Fabio Ruggerisimilar↗ | Salernitana | 22 | €1.3m | 87 | 77 |
| 5 | Marco Imperialesimilar↗ | Carrarese | 27 | €1.0m | 87 | 77 |
| 6 | Julien Kouadiosimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 27 | €900k | 87 | 77 |
| 7 | Alessandro Pio Ricciosimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €300k | 86 | 78 |
| 8 | Giorgio Cittadinisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 24 | €900k | 86 | 78 |
| 9 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 86 | 78 |
| 10 | Kevin Ehlerssimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 25 | €1.0m | 85 | 77 |
| 11 | Louis Breunigsimilar↗ | SSV Jahn Regensburg | 23 | €1.0m | 85 | 77 |
| 12 | Iker Cordobasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €500k | 85 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sebastián Valdez
≈ 100% Sebastián Valdez · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Sebastián Valdez · low reliability
≈ 100% Sebastián Valdez · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Sebastián Valdez?
By Doppel's fit score, Siad Gourville (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) is the closest profile to Sebastián Valdez, with a 80/100 overall match. Kazunari Kita and Rodri Suárez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sebastián Valdez?
Yes. Alessandro Pio Riccio (Sampdoria) plays a similar centre back role and rates 78/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sebastián Valdez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sebastián Valdez's 2026 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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