Cheaper alternatives to Nico O'Reilly
LB/CMManchester City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNico O'Reilly's profile ↗
Nico O'Reilly is a left-back/central midfielder for Manchester City in the Premier League, with 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 5 goals and 3 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to O'Reilly, Kristian Thorstvedt from Sassuolo (fit 86/100, value €12m) and Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim (fit 86/100, value €1m) offer similar roles at significantly lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 89 | 86 |
| 3 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 94 | 85 |
| 5 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 83 | 85 |
| 6 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Senny Mayulusimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | €38m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 87 | 84 |
| 10 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nico O'Reilly
≈ 100% Nico O'Reilly · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Nico O'Reilly · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nico O'Reilly · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nico O'Reilly?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 86/100 match to Nico O'Reilly.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nico O'Reilly?
Kristian Thorstvedt offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €12m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nico O'Reilly?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Nico O'Reilly'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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