Cheaper alternatives to Nico Elvedi
CBBorussia M'gladbach · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNico Elvedi's profile ↗
Nico Elvedi is a centre-back for Borussia M'gladbach in the Bundesliga, with 33 appearances and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Elvedi, Justin Hubner from Fortuna Sittard offers a strong fit score of 85/100 at a market value of €1m, while Adrián de la Fuente of Levante UD is available for €4m with a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 86 | 85 |
| 2 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 83 | 84 |
| 3 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 87 | 83 |
| 4 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 84 | 83 |
| 5 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 83 | 83 |
| 6 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 25 | €1.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €700k | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 83 | 82 |
| 10 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 84 | 82 |
| 11 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 83 | 81 |
| 12 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nico Elvedi
≈ 100% Nico Elvedi · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nico Elvedi · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nico Elvedi · strong: Accurate long balls, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nico Elvedi?
Lewis Schouten (Excelsior) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 82/100 match to Nico Elvedi.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nico Elvedi?
Justin Hubner offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nico Elvedi?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Nico Elvedi'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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