Cheaper alternatives to Demba Thiam
RB/CBUS Boulogne Côte-d'Opale · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDemba Thiam's profile ↗
Demba Thiam is a right-back/centre-back for US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale in Ligue 2, with 32 appearances and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Thiam, consider Alan Núñez from CD Nacional, who has a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €1m, or David Hrnčár from FCV Dender, valued at €0m with a fit score of 85/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Demba Thiam
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alan Núñezsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 22 | €900k | 89 | 86 |
| 2 | David Hrnčársimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €500k | 85 | 85 |
| 3 | Issa Kaborésimilar↗ | Wrexham | 25 | €4.1m | 87 | 85 |
| 4 | Ryan Alebiosusimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 25 | €1.4m | 86 | 85 |
| 5 | Lewin Blumsimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 25 | €1.9m | 88 | 84 |
| 6 | Eirik Wichnesimilar↗ | Sarpsborg 08 | 29 | €300k | 87 | 84 |
| 7 | Leo Cornicsimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 25 | €900k | 81 | 84 |
| 8 | Filippo Missorisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.9m | 85 | 84 |
| 9 | Bryan Reynoldssimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €3.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Cherrion Valeriussimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 21 | €600k | 84 | 83 |
| 11 | Oliver Braudesimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €4.9m | 82 | 83 |
| 12 | Samuele Birindellisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €2.4m | 84 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Demba Thiam
≈ 100% Demba Thiam · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Demba Thiam · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Demba Thiam · strong: Big chances created, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Successful dribbles /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Demba Thiam?
Eirik Wichne (Sarpsborg 08) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 84/100 match to Demba Thiam.
Who is the best-value alternative to Demba Thiam?
Alan Núñez offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Demba Thiam?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (right back) by how closely they match Demba Thiam'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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