Sofiane Diop alternatives
LW/CAMNice · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSofiane Diop's profile ↗
Sofiane Diop is a left winger/attacking midfielder for Nice in Ligue 1, with 33 appearances, 8 goals, and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Diop, players like Cameron Puertas from Werder Bremen, valued at €7m with a fit score of 86/100, and Álex Berenguer from Athletic Club, valued at €4m with a fit score of 85/100, present viable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 93 | 86 |
| 2 | Pablo Pagissimilar↗ | Paris FC | 24 | €14m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Álex Berenguersimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 31 | €4.1m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Williansimilar↗ | Grêmio | 38 | €400k | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Zuriko Davitashvilisimilar↗ | Saint-Étienne | 25 | €12m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Paulo Dybalasimilar↗ | AS Roma | 33 | €5.2m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Vincenzo Grifosimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 33 | €3.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Arijon Ibrahimovićsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 21 | €11m | 87 | 84 |
| 9 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €1.8m | 93 | 84 |
| 10 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 93 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sofiane Diop
≈ 100% Sofiane Diop · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Sofiane Diop · strong: Accurate crosses, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Sofiane Diop · strong: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Sofiane Diop?
Willian (Grêmio) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 85/100 match to Sofiane Diop.
Who is the best-value alternative to Sofiane Diop?
Cameron Puertas offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €6.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Sofiane Diop?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left winger) by how closely they match Sofiane Diop'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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