Cheaper alternatives to Nikola Krstović
STAtalanta · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNikola Krstović's profile ↗
Nikola Krstović is a striker for Atalanta in Serie A, having made 33 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 10 goals and providing 5 assists. For clubs seeking a cheaper alternative to Krstović, Victor Okoh Boniface from Bayer 04 Leverkusen offers a strong fit score of 86/100 at a market value of €6m, while Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen presents a budget option with a fit score of 84/100 and a value of €3m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Victor Okoh Bonifacesimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 26 | €5.5m | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 88 | 84 |
| 3 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 87 | 84 |
| 4 | Lukas Nmechasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €9.1m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Gerard Morenosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 34 | €2.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 6 | Álvaro Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €9.1m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Gonçalo Ramossimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €28m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 40 | €900k | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | Mikel Oyarzabalsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 29 | €27m | 91 | 82 |
| 10 | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyangsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 37 | €2.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Gabriel Jesussimilar↗ | Arsenal | 29 | €18m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Neal Maupaysimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €4.1m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nikola Krstović
≈ 100% Nikola Krstović · strong: xG + xA, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Nikola Krstović · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Nikola Krstović · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nikola Krstović?
Luuk de Jong (PSV Eindhoven) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 84/100 match to Nikola Krstović.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nikola Krstović?
Victor Okoh Boniface offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €5.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nikola Krstović?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Nikola Krstović'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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