Cheaper alternatives to Ilias Koutsoupias
CMFrosinone · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIlias Koutsoupias's profile ↗
Ilias Koutsoupias is a central midfielder for Frosinone in Serie B, having made 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 8 goals and 4 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Koutsoupias, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, who has a fit score of 89/100 and a market value of €1m, or Victor Jensen from FC Utrecht, valued at €2m with a fit score of 87/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Ilias Koutsoupias
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 91 | 89 |
| 2 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 91 | 87 |
| 3 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 87 | 85 |
| 6 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 8 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 86 | 84 |
| 9 | Ulrik Mathisensimilar↗ | SK Brann | 27 | €700k | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Luuk Brouwerssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 28 | €1.4m | 94 | 84 |
| 11 | Marvin Wanitzeksimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 33 | €900k | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Kuryu Matsukisimilar↗ | Southampton | 23 | €2.8m | 92 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ilias Koutsoupias
≈ 100% Ilias Koutsoupias · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Ilias Koutsoupias · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Ilias Koutsoupias · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ilias Koutsoupias?
Arno Verschueren (Sparta Rotterdam) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 87/100 match to Ilias Koutsoupias.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ilias Koutsoupias?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 89/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ilias Koutsoupias?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Ilias Koutsoupias'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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