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, having made 28 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Nélson Monte include César Azpilicueta of Atlético Madrid, fit score 82/100, and Craig Forsyth of Derby County, fit score 81/100, both available at €0m. These options serve as budget alternatives to Monte, providing similar defensive capabilities at a lower market value.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | César Azpilicuetasimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 37 | €200k* | 86 | 82 |
| 2 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 85 | 81 |
| 3 | Aaron Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stoke City | 37 | €300k | 89 | 81 |
| 4 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 81 | 79 |
| 5 | Lorenzo Libuttisimilar↗ | Reggiana | 29 | €400k | 92 | 79 |
| 6 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 79 | 78 |
| 7 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 79 | 77 |
| 8 | Stefan Savićsimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 35 | €400k | 86 | 77 |
| 9 | Bruno Melosimilar↗ | Coritiba | 34 | €200k | 91 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nélson Monte
≈ 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: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Nélson Monte · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /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?
César Azpilicueta offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €200k*.
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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