Cheaper alternatives to Nuno Mendes
LBParis Saint-Germain · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNuno Mendes's profile ↗
Nuno Mendes is a left-back for Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1, with 20 appearances, 4 goals, and 5 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Mendes, consider Valentín Barco from RC Strasbourg, who has a fit score of 87/100 and a market value of €44m, or Alfie Doughty of Luton Town, valued at just €5m with a fit score of 86/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valentín Barcosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €44m | 96 | 87 |
| 2 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 27 | €5.2m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Reinaldosimilar↗ | Mirassol | 37 | €400k | 87 | 86 |
| 4 | Nuno Tavaressimilar↗ | Lazio | 26 | €13m | 94 | 86 |
| 5 | Sergio Gómezsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 26 | €15m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | FC Twente | 20 | €11m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Nazinhosimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.6m | 89 | 85 |
| 8 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 88 | 85 |
| 9 | Emran Soglosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 21 | €800k | 88 | 85 |
| 10 | David Raumsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €27m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Quilindschy Hartmansimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €16m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nuno Mendes
≈ 100% Nuno Mendes · strong: xG + xA, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Nuno Mendes · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Nuno Mendes · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nuno Mendes?
Reinaldo (Mirassol) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 86/100 match to Nuno Mendes.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nuno Mendes?
Valentín Barco offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €44m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nuno Mendes?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Nuno Mendes'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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