Cheaper alternatives to Daniele Rugani
CB/RBAFC Ajax · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaniele Rugani's profile ↗
Daniele Rugani is a centre-back/right-back for AFC Ajax in the Eredivisie, with 15 appearances and 727 minutes played in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Rugani, Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella, Serie B) and Maximilian Großer (Arminia Bielefeld, 2. Bundesliga) both offer similar defensive roles at lower market values of €0m and €1m, respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 84 | 83 |
| 2 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 86 | 82 |
| 3 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 87 | 82 |
| 4 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 85 | 81 |
| 8 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Cacásimilar↗ | Corinthians | 27 | €1.5m | 80 | 81 |
| 10 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 12 | Daan Dierckxsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 23 | €1.5m | 91 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daniele Rugani
≈ 100% Daniele Rugani · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won %, Shots /90
≈ 100% Daniele Rugani · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Daniele Rugani · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Daniele Rugani?
Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 83/100 match to Daniele Rugani.
Who is the best-value alternative to Daniele Rugani?
Andrea Tiritiello offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €400k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Daniele Rugani?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Daniele Rugani'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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