Nikolas Nartey alternatives
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, with 28 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Nartey, consider Sami Ouaissa from NEC Nijmegen (fit 86/100, value €8m), Eric Ebimbe of FC Schalke 04 (fit 85/100, value €6m), or Chiedozie Ogbene at Sheffield United (fit 85/100, value €4m), all offering similar roles at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Chiedozie Ogbenesimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 29 | €3.7m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Cyril Ngongesimilar↗ | Monza | 26 | €6.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 8 | Calvin Stengssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €4.8m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €1.6m | 92 | 83 |
| 10 | Ludovic Blassimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 29 | €9.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 85 | 83 |
| 12 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 89 | 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 (Hertha BSC) 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 86/100 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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