Players like Nicolás Meriano
CBBanfield · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolás Meriano's profile ↗
Nicolás Meriano is a centre-back for Banfield in the Argentine Liga Profesional, with 13 appearances and 889 minutes played in 2026. Players similar to Meriano include Kazunari Kita from Real Sociedad B, who has a fit score of 80/100, and Louis Breunig from SSV Jahn Regensburg, also with a fit score of 80/100. These players share comparable roles and statistical profiles in their respective leagues.
About Nicolás Meriano
Nicolás Meriano profiles as a defensive stalwart, excelling in clearances and tackles, making him a formidable presence in the backline. His Sofascore rating indicates he operates at a lower level compared to peers, but his reliability shines through with minimal missed games over the past three seasons. While his attacking contributions are virtually non-existent, his strength lies in disrupting opposition plays, showcasing his role as a resilient centre-back who prioritizes defensive solidity.
Strengths: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nicolás Meriano
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Louis Breunigsimilar↗ | SSV Jahn Regensburg | 23 | €1.0m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Benjamin Nelsonsimilar↗ | Leicester City | 22 | €1.6m | 87 | 75 |
| 4 | Yannis Nahounousimilar↗ | Nancy | 22 | €400k | 87 | 76 |
| 5 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 86 | 77 |
| 6 | Marco Morenosimilar↗ | Eibar | 25 | €800k | 85 | 76 |
| 7 | Rodri Suárezsimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 24 | €500k | 85 | 78 |
| 8 | Mathis Magninsimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 25 | €1.6m | 85 | 76 |
| 9 | Gustave Akuesonsimilar↗ | Bastia | 31 | €400k | 85 | 75 |
| 10 | Siad Gourvillesimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €800k | 84 | 77 |
| 11 | Isaac Cossiersimilar↗ | Le Mans | 20 | €2.7m | 84 | 77 |
| 12 | Diego Gonzálezsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 27 | €600k | 83 | 75 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolás Meriano
≈ 100% Nicolás Meriano · low reliability
≈ 100% Nicolás Meriano · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Nicolás Meriano · strong: Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nicolás Meriano?
By Doppel's fit score, Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) is the closest profile to Nicolás Meriano, with a 80/100 overall match. Louis Breunig and Benjamin Nelson are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nicolás Meriano?
Yes. Yannis Nahounou (Nancy) plays a similar centre back role and rates 76/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nicolás Meriano?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nicolás Meriano'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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