Cheaper alternatives to Nikolas Nartey
CM/CDM/CAMVfB Stuttgart · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNikolas Nartey's profile ↗
Nikolas Nartey is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for VfB Stuttgart in the Bundesliga, having made 28 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 4 goals and 3 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Nartey, consider Sami Ouaissa from NEC Nijmegen, valued at €8m with a fit score of 87/100, or Eric Ebimbe of Eintracht Frankfurt, valued at €6m with a fit score of 86/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 93 | 86 |
| 3 | Chiedozie Ogbenesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 29 | €3.7m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Cyril Ngongesimilar↗ | SSC Napoli | 26 | €6.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 8 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 92 | 83 |
| 9 | Ludovic Blassimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 29 | €9.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 83 | 83 |
| 12 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 86 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nikolas Nartey
≈ 100% Nikolas Nartey · strong: Successful dribbles, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nikolas Nartey · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Nikolas Nartey · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nikolas Nartey?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Nikolas Nartey.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nikolas Nartey?
Sami Ouaissa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €8.2m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nikolas Nartey?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Nikolas Nartey'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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