Cheaper alternatives to Nicolò Casale
CBBologna · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolò Casale's profile ↗
Nicolò Casale is a centre-back for Bologna in the Serie A, currently valued at €4m with 12 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Casale, consider Justin Hubner from Fortuna Sittard, valued at €1m with a fit score of 86/100, or Maximilian Bauer of Arminia Bielefeld, priced at €2m with a fit score of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 86 |
| 2 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 5 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 87 | 84 |
| 6 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 84 | 83 |
| 7 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 85 | 83 |
| 8 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 30 | €1.0m | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 86 | 82 |
| 11 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 85 | 82 |
| 12 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 82 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolò Casale
≈ 100% Nicolò Casale · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nicolò Casale · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nicolò Casale · strong: Aerial duels won, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nicolò Casale?
Andrew Hughes (Preston North End) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 84/100 match to Nicolò Casale.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nicolò Casale?
Justin Hubner offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nicolò Casale?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Nicolò Casale'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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