Cheaper alternatives to Cheikh Niasse
CM/CDMHellas Verona · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCheikh Niasse's profile ↗
Cheikh Niasse is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Hellas Verona in Serie A, currently valued at €2m. For those searching for cheaper alternatives to Niasse, Noah Naujoks from Excelsior and Dariusz Stalmach from 1. FC Magdeburg both offer similar roles, with fit scores of 80/100 and market values of €1m and €2m, respectively. Other options include Daniel Requena and Kevin Sessa, both valued at €1m and demonstrating comparable fit scores.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 76 | 81 |
| 2 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 83 | 80 |
| 3 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 85 | 79 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 77 | 79 |
| 5 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 80 | 78 |
| 6 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 85 | 78 |
| 7 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 77 | 77 |
| 8 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 83 | 77 |
| 9 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 77 | 77 |
| 10 | Jackson Irvinesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 33 | €1.1m | 85 | 77 |
| 11 | Joel Silvasimilar↗ | Boavista | 23 | €400k | 86 | 77 |
| 12 | Finn Porathsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 29 | €800k | 86 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Cheikh Niasse
≈ 100% Cheikh Niasse · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Cheikh Niasse · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Cheikh Niasse · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Cheikh Niasse?
Charlie Patiño (Swansea City) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 77/100 match to Cheikh Niasse.
Who is the best-value alternative to Cheikh Niasse?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Cheikh Niasse?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Cheikh Niasse'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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