Olivier Giroud alternatives
STLille · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitOlivier Giroud's profile ↗
Olivier Giroud is a striker for Lille in Ligue 1, with 30 appearances, 7 goals, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Giroud, players like Luuk de Jong from FC Porto (fit 85/100) and Milan Zonneveld from Sparta Rotterdam (fit 84/100) offer similar roles at a lower market value. Other options include Oskar Zawada and Bryan Linssen, both also fitting well into a striking role.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | FC Porto | 36 | €500k | 90 | 85 |
| 2 | Milan Zonneveldsimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 23 | €400k | 90 | 84 |
| 3 | Oskar Zawadasimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 30 | €500k | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Bryan Linssensimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 36 | €300k | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 40 | €900k | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Ettore Gliozzisimilar↗ | Modena | 31 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Luka Kulenovićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 27 | €600k | 91 | 80 |
| 8 | Ivan Barberosimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 28 | €900k | 87 | 79 |
| 9 | Sem van Duijnsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €700k | 83 | 79 |
| 10 | Michael Smithsimilar↗ | Preston North End | 35 | €200k | 91 | 79 |
| 11 | Blaž Kramersimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 30 | €900k | 87 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Olivier Giroud
≈ 100% Olivier Giroud · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Olivier Giroud · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Olivier Giroud · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Olivier Giroud?
Bryan Linssen (NEC Nijmegen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 82/100 match to Olivier Giroud.
Who is the best-value alternative to Olivier Giroud?
Luuk de Jong offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €500k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Olivier Giroud?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Olivier Giroud'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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