Igor Thiago alternatives
STBrentford · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIgor Thiago's profile ↗
Igor Thiago is a striker for Brentford in the Premier League, having made 38 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 22 goals. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Thiago, Thijs Dallinga from 1. FC Köln and Franjo Ivanović of RC Lens both offer similar attacking capabilities, valued at €10m and €15m respectively. Additionally, Raúl Jiménez from Fulham and Lukas Nmecha of Leeds United may be viable budget options, priced at €3m and €9m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thijs Dallingasimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 26 | €9.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 2 | Franjo Ivanovićsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 23 | €15m | 86 | 84 |
| 3 | Raúl Jiménezsimilar↗ | Fulham | 35 | €3.2m | 94 | 84 |
| 4 | Lukas Nmechasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €9.1m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Gerard Morenosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 34 | €2.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Álvaro Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €9.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Yussuf Poulsensimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 32 | €900k | 94 | 83 |
| 8 | Tolu Arokodaresimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 26 | €18m | 86 | 83 |
| 9 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 86 | 83 |
| 10 | Issa Soumarésimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 26 | €8.4m | 92 | 83 |
| 11 | Álvaro Moratasimilar↗ | Como | 34 | €6.2m | 94 | 83 |
| 12 | Vangelis Pavlidissimilar↗ | Benfica | 28 | €30m | 91 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Igor Thiago
≈ 100% Igor Thiago · strong: Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Igor Thiago · strong: Successful dribbles, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Igor Thiago · strong: Shots, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Igor Thiago?
Yussuf Poulsen (Hamburger SV) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €900k with a 83/100 match to Igor Thiago.
Who is the best-value alternative to Igor Thiago?
Thijs Dallinga offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €9.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Igor Thiago?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Igor Thiago'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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