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Universidad Chile· 2025 · Primera Division · PARTIAL

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AttackerChile36y€1.1MFull profile →

Goal Scorer

0.45G/90

0.00A/90

Based on 382 min · 2025 · Primera Division · PARTIAL

Ranked by AI DNA similarity — playing style, pressing, and tactical fit. Below: the closest replacements with per-90 stats and form.

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Top 3 alternatives to E. Vargas

Rubén Vargas89% match
Sevilla · La Liga · €12.0M
Peque Fernández85% match
Sevilla · La Liga · €3.5M
Pablo Durán84% match
Celta de Vigo · La Liga · €4.0M

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Playing Style Analysis

Goal Scorer

Vargas is the quintessential high-efficiency predator masquerading as a disciplined link-man in a Tier C side. While his 0.45 goals per 90 puts him in the elite top 5% of the Primera Division, he isn't just a goal-hanger; his 81.4% pass accuracy—also top 5%—suggests a level of technical security rarely found in traditional number nines. The counterintuitive insight here lies in his shot volume: 1.35 per 90 is merely above average, meaning he isn't a high-volume shooter but a ruthless finisher who maximizes every half-chance. The three closest DNA matches to E. Vargas:

Rubén Vargas(89% match) — A Complete Forward. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (1.5 key passes/90) and a prolific assist provider (0.29 assists/90).
Peque Fernández(85% match) — A Complete Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.4 key passes/90), wins the physical battle (57% duel success) and draws fouls effectively (4.4/90).
Pablo Durán(84% match) — A Forward.

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Rubén Vargas

Sevilla · La Liga

Switzerland27yContract 2029

G/900.18

A/900.29

Complete ForwardIn form ↑

vs Vargas: €11M more expensive · 9y younger · -0.27 G/90

89% match

€12.0M

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Who are the best alternatives to E. Vargas?▼

The top alternatives to E. Vargas based on AI DNA playing style analysis include: Rubén Vargas, Peque Fernández, Pablo Durán, André Silva, Rafa Mir. These players were matched using Rising Transfers' 768-dimension DNA model across playing style, pressing intensity, and tactical fit — not just position or market value.

Which players are similar to E. Vargas in 2026?▼

Players with a similar profile to E. Vargas in 2026 include Rubén Vargas (€12.0M), Peque Fernández (€3.5M), Pablo Durán (€4.0M). For a deeper DNA-level comparison including playing style, physical attributes, and tactical fit, ask Rising Transfers' AI directly.

What position does E. Vargas play and who plays similarly?▼

E. Vargas plays as a Attacker. Players with a comparable positional profile include Rubén Vargas (Switzerland, €12.0M); Peque Fernández (Spain, €3.5M); Pablo Durán (Spain, €4.0M); André Silva (Portugal, €3.0M).

How does Rising Transfers find similar players?▼

Rising Transfers uses a proprietary 768-dimension Player DNA model trained on 3.2 million match events. Each player is represented as a vector across 35+ per-90 metrics including pressing intensity, passing footprint, dribbling profile, and defensive contribution. Similarity is measured using cosine distance — the same technique used in state-of-the-art AI systems — making it the most precise player comparison tool available publicly.

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