Cheaper alternatives to Dimitrios Nikolaou
CB/LBBari · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDimitrios Nikolaou's profile ↗
Dimitrios Nikolaou is a centre-back/left-back for Bari in Serie B, with 23 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 assist over 1792 minutes. For clubs seeking cheaper alternatives to Nikolaou, Iker Cordoba from Mirandés, valued at €0m with a fit score of 80/100, and Josue Escartin of Red Star FC, also valued at €0m with a fit score of 78/100, present viable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iker Cordobasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €500k | 89 | 80 |
| 2 | Peter Ouanehsimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 28 | €600k | 92 | 79 |
| 3 | Lluís Lópezsimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 29 | €500k | 89 | 78 |
| 4 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 86 | 78 |
| 5 | Giuseppe Aureliosimilar↗ | Spezia | 26 | €700k | 73 | 78 |
| 6 | Alexander Jallowsimilar↗ | Brescia | 28 | €500k | 87 | 77 |
| 7 | Antonio Espigaressimilar↗ | Villarreal B U23 | 22 | €500k | 84 | 77 |
| 8 | Christian Dalle Murasimilar↗ | Cosenza | 24 | €500k | 85 | 77 |
| 9 | Alessandro Pio Ricciosimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €300k | 85 | 77 |
| 10 | Robin Frejsimilar↗ | GAIS | 28 | €600k | 87 | 77 |
| 11 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 85 | 77 |
| 12 | Mikkel Konradsen Ceidesimilar↗ | Rosenborg BK | 25 | €600k | 82 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dimitrios Nikolaou
≈ 100% Dimitrios Nikolaou · strong: Clearances · medium reliability
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≈ 100% Dimitrios Nikolaou · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
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FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Dimitrios Nikolaou?
Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 78/100 match to Dimitrios Nikolaou.
Who is the best-value alternative to Dimitrios Nikolaou?
Iker Cordoba offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €500k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Dimitrios Nikolaou?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Dimitrios Nikolaou'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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