Cheaper alternatives to Giovanni Zaro
CBCesena · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGiovanni Zaro's profile ↗
Giovanni Zaro is a centre-back for Cesena in Serie B, with 36 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Zaro, Andrea Tiritiello from Virtus Entella offers a fit score of 83/100 at a market value of €0m, while Nick Viergever from FC Utrecht and Miguel Nóbrega from Rio Ave both present solid options with fit scores of 79/100.
5 cheaper alternatives to Giovanni Zaro
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 84 | 83 |
| 2 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 81 | 79 |
| 3 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 81 | 79 |
| 4 | Miguel Barbierisimilar↗ | Deportivo Riestra | 33 | €400k | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 82 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Giovanni Zaro
≈ 100% Giovanni Zaro · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Giovanni Zaro · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Giovanni Zaro · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Giovanni Zaro?
Nick Viergever (FC Utrecht) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 79/100 match to Giovanni Zaro.
Who is the best-value alternative to Giovanni Zaro?
Andrea Tiritiello offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €400k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Giovanni Zaro?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Giovanni Zaro'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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