Pablo Nicolás Vargas Romero (Spanish pronunciation: [nikoˈlas ˈβaɾɣas]; born 15 September 1992), known as Nicolás Vargas, is a Chilean professional footballer who plays as a defender.

He last played for Chilean Primera División club Deportes Copiapó.

Vargas started his career at Primera División de Chile club O'Higgins.

[2] He participated with the club in the 2014 Copa Libertadores where they faced Deportivo Cali, Cerro Porteño and Lanús, being third and being eliminated in the group stage.

[4] On 9 October 2024, he and his teammate Leonardo Pais were fired before the 2024 season ended.