Cheaper alternatives to Ivan Nekić
CB/RBHolstein Kiel · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIvan Nekić's profile ↗
Ivan Nekić is a centre-back/right-back for Holstein Kiel in the 2. Bundesliga, with 19 appearances and 3 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Nekić, consider David Hrnčár from FCV Dender, who has a fit score of 84/100 and a market value of €0m. Other budget alternatives include Brayann Pereira from NEC Nijmegen and Danny da Costa from 1. FSV Mainz 05, both valued at €1m.
10 cheaper alternatives to Ivan Nekić
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Hrnčársimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €500k | 83 | 84 |
| 2 | Brayann Pereirasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €1.1m | 85 | 83 |
| 3 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 4 | Ben Meesimilar↗ | Brentford | 37 | €800k* | 92 | 81 |
| 5 | Lucas Ramonsimilar↗ | Mirassol | 32 | €700k | 82 | 81 |
| 6 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 81 | 81 |
| 7 | Daniel Imraysimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 23 | €700k | 83 | 80 |
| 8 | Wagane Fayesimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 33 | €400k | 90 | 80 |
| 9 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 86 | 80 |
| 10 | Cláudio Wincksimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €800k | 83 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ivan Nekić
≈ 100% Ivan Nekić · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Ivan Nekić · strong: Duels won, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Ivan Nekić · strong: Clearances, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ivan Nekić?
Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 81/100 match to Ivan Nekić.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ivan Nekić?
David Hrnčár offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €500k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ivan Nekić?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Ivan Nekić'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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