Nikola Štulić alternatives
STLecce · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNikola Štulić's profile ↗
Nikola Štulić is a striker for Lecce in the Italian Serie A, having made 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 4 goals. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Štulić, consider Luuk de Jong, who has a fit score of 83/100 and is currently valued at €0m, or Max Dean, with a fit score of 81/100 and a market value of €2m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | FC Porto | 36 | €500k | 87 | 83 |
| 2 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 83 | 81 |
| 3 | Max Deansimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 22 | €2.4m | 84 | 81 |
| 4 | Patrick Bamfordsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 33 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Olivier Giroudsimilar↗ | Lille | 40 | €900k | 83 | 80 |
| 6 | Jordan Siebatcheusimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 30 | €1.4m | 85 | 80 |
| 7 | Bryan Linssensimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 36 | €300k | 86 | 80 |
| 8 | Michael Gregoritschsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 32 | €1.6m | 85 | 79 |
| 9 | Junior Adamusimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 25 | €2.8m | 89 | 79 |
| 10 | André Silvasimilar↗ | Elche | 31 | €2.8m | 84 | 79 |
| 11 | Brynjólfur Darri Willumssonsimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 26 | €1.0m | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Danny Welbecksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 36 | €3.1m | 83 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nikola Štulić
≈ 100% Nikola Štulić · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Nikola Štulić · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Nikola Štulić · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nikola Štulić?
Bryan Linssen (NEC Nijmegen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 80/100 match to Nikola Štulić.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nikola Štulić?
Luuk de Jong offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €500k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nikola Štulić?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Nikola Štulić'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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