Cheaper alternatives to Nélson Monte
CBAlmería · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNélson Monte's profile ↗
Nélson Monte is a centre-back for Almería in LaLiga 2, with 28 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Monte, players like Axel Kryger from Kristiansund BK (fit 86/100) and César Azpilicueta from Atlético Madrid (fit 83/100) offer similar roles at a lower market value. Other options include Jacob Haahr from Bryne FK (fit 82/100) and Craig Forsyth from Derby County (fit 81/100).
12 cheaper alternatives to Nélson Monte
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Axel Krygersimilar↗ | Kristiansund BK | 29 | €300k | 88 | 86 |
| 2 | César Azpilicuetasimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 37 | €200k* | 89 | 83 |
| 3 | Jacob Haahrsimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 24 | €300k | 87 | 82 |
| 4 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 85 | 81 |
| 5 | Aaron Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stoke City | 37 | €300k | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 82 | 80 |
| 7 | Theo Barbetsimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 25 | €300k | 82 | 79 |
| 8 | Papy Djilobodjisimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 38 | €100k | 82 | 78 |
| 9 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 80 | 78 |
| 10 | Lorenzo Libuttisimilar↗ | Reggiana | 29 | €400k | 91 | 78 |
| 11 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 80 | 78 |
| 12 | Vincent Sassosimilar↗ | Boavista | 35 | €100k | 83 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nélson Monte
≈ 100% Nélson Monte · strong: Accurate crosses, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Nélson Monte · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Nélson Monte · strong: Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nélson Monte?
Craig Forsyth (Derby County) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 81/100 match to Nélson Monte.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nélson Monte?
Axel Kryger offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €300k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nélson Monte?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Nélson Monte's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, top leagues across Europe and South America, last 3 seasons.
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