Cheaper alternatives to Fábio Cardoso
CBFC Porto · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitFábio Cardoso's profile ↗
Fábio Cardoso is a centre-back for FC Porto in the Primeira Liga, with 18 appearances in the 2023/24 season, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Cardoso, players like Alexander Rossipal from SG Dynamo Dresden, with a fit score of 88/100, and Martin Gjone from HamKam, with a fit score of 86/100, both hold a market value of €1m. Additionally, Justin Hubner from Fortuna Sittard and Danny Bakker from SC Telstar offer budget options, with fit scores of 85/100 and 84/100, respectively.
12 cheaper alternatives to Fábio Cardoso
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 91 | 88 |
| 2 | Martin Gjonesimilar↗ | HamKam | 21 | €700k | 91 | 86 |
| 3 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 86 | 85 |
| 4 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 88 | 84 |
| 5 | Marvin Peersmansimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 35 | €200k | 88 | 84 |
| 6 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 88 | 83 |
| 7 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 86 | 83 |
| 8 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 86 | 83 |
| 9 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Jure Balkovecsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 32 | €600k | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Eli Dasasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 34 | €700k | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Max Geschwillsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 25 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fábio Cardoso
≈ 100% Fábio Cardoso · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Fábio Cardoso · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Fábio Cardoso · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Fábio Cardoso?
Marvin Peersman (FC Groningen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 84/100 match to Fábio Cardoso.
Who is the best-value alternative to Fábio Cardoso?
Alexander Rossipal offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Fábio Cardoso?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Fábio Cardoso'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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