Cheaper alternatives to Moussa Niakhaté
CBOlympique Lyonnais · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMoussa Niakhaté's profile ↗
Moussa Niakhaté is a centre-back for Olympique Lyonnais in Ligue 1, with 32 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Niakhaté, consider Ross Sykes from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, valued at €5m and with a fit score of 86/100, or Emin Bayram from KVC Westerlo, valued at €4m and a fit score of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 89 | 86 |
| 2 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 86 | 85 |
| 3 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 84 | 84 |
| 5 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 87 | 84 |
| 6 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 84 | 84 |
| 7 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 86 | 83 |
| 8 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Marc Kempfsimilar↗ | Como | 31 | €3.4m | 91 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Moussa Niakhaté
≈ 100% Moussa Niakhaté · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Moussa Niakhaté · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Moussa Niakhaté · strong: Accurate long balls, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Moussa Niakhaté?
Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 84/100 match to Moussa Niakhaté.
Who is the best-value alternative to Moussa Niakhaté?
Ross Sykes offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €4.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Moussa Niakhaté?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Moussa Niakhaté'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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