David Costas alternatives
CBReal Oviedo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid Costas's profile ↗
David Costas is a centre-back for Real Oviedo in LaLiga 2, with 25 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Costas, consider Danny da Costa from 1. FSV Mainz 05, who has a fit score of 83/100 and a market value of €1m, or budget options like Danny Bakker from SC Telstar and Bryan Goncalves from FCV Dender, both valued at €0m and boasting fit scores of 82/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 87 | 83 |
| 2 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 84 | 82 |
| 3 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 84 | 82 |
| 4 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 81 | 82 |
| 5 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 85 | 82 |
| 6 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 85 | 82 |
| 7 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 84 | 81 |
| 8 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 84 | 80 |
| 9 | Justin Hoogmasimilar↗ | Willem II Tilburg | 28 | €500k | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Gael Alonsosimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €1.0m | 91 | 80 |
| 11 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 84 | 80 |
| 12 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 83 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match David Costas
≈ 100% David Costas · strong: Accurate crosses, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% David Costas · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% David Costas · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to David Costas?
Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 82/100 match to David Costas.
Who is the best-value alternative to David Costas?
Danny da Costa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €1.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to David Costas?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match David Costas'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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