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Career
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Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
José Manuel Arias Copete is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for Valencia. Evidence: 20.0 Appearances.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A developing player working on their overall game.
Physical profile: Tall For Position.
José Manuel Arias Copete Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 94%
Weight 32%
Experience 50%
vs La Liga
Height 94%
Weight 39%
Experience 53%
Traits
TOWER
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 58
Shooting 5
Defense 59
Workrate 43
Passing 26
Key Strength 59 Defense
Area to Watch 5 Shooting
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for José Manuel Arias Copete this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 22, 2026 | Villarreal 2-1 Valencia | 93' | 6.5 | - | - | 81 |
| Feb 08, 2026 | Valencia 0-2 Real Madrid | 93' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Feb 01, 2026 | Real Betis 2-1 Valencia | 81' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 81 |
| Jan 24, 2026 | Valencia 3-2 Espanyol | 93' | 5.9 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| Jan 18, 2026 | Getafe 0-1 Valencia | 97' | 7.5 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Jan 10, 2026 | Valencia 1-1 Elche | 94' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 58 |
| Jan 03, 2026 | Celta Vigo 4-1 Valencia | 81' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 87 |
| Dec 19, 2025 | Valencia 1-1 Mallorca | 96' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Dec 13, 2025 | Atletico Madrid 2-1 Valencia | 94' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 78 |
| Dec 07, 2025 | Valencia 1-1 Sevilla | 94' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 47 |
| Dec 01, 2025 | Rayo Vallecano 1-1 Valencia | 90' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Nov 21, 2025 | Valencia 1-0 Levante | 90' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 36 |
| Nov 09, 2025 | Valencia 1-1 Real Betis | 90' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov 01, 2025 | Real Madrid 4-0 Valencia | 90' | 5.6 | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Oct 25, 2025 | Valencia 0-2 Villarreal | 90' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 57 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2026 | Sevilla vs Valencia | 40 |
| Apr 05, 2026 | Valencia vs Celta Vigo | 43 |
| Apr 12, 2026 | Elche vs Valencia | 37 |
| Apr 22, 2026 | Mallorca vs Valencia | 41 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Valencia vs Girona | 45 |
| May 03, 2026 | Valencia vs Atletico Madrid | 64 |
| May 10, 2026 | Athletic Club vs Valencia | 29 |
| May 13, 2026 | Valencia vs Rayo Vallecano | 29 |
| May 17, 2026 | Real Sociedad vs Valencia | 35 |
| May 24, 2026 | Valencia vs Barcelona | 76 |
Player Market Value
Track José Manuel Arias Copete's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €4.0M
Peak Value €4.0M (Q4'25)
€4.0M €2.0M €0
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José Manuel Copete is Valencia’s Gold Wall. At 27 years old, the 1.90m left-footed centre-back arrived at the Mestalla following an impressive progression through the Spanish divisions, bringing much-needed physical presence and aerial dominance to a backline requiring absolute solidity.
His identity as a Wall is backed by 1508 minutes of action across 18 appearances this season. While currently designated as a SQUAD PLAYER, he has proven his reliability by featuring as a primary defensive option in nine of those outings. Anchoring the defense with a Defense score of 62, Copete is currently hitting top form, with his recent performances significantly outpacing his season average. This upward trajectory highlights his development into a specialist defender who prioritizes positioning and strength, maintaining a level of Intensity that has become a hallmark of his game during this campaign.
With a rising market value of €4M, Copete is quickly becoming a high-value asset in the squad. As the season progresses, his tactical Balance and composure in the defensive third will be vital for the club's Stakes, securing his position as a primary option for the challenges ahead.