Cheaper alternatives to Nikola Štulić
STRC Sporting Charleroi · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNikola Štulić's profile ↗
Nikola Štulić is a striker for RC Sporting Charleroi in the Belgian Pro League, having made 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 4 goals. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Štulić, consider Luuk de Jong from PSV Eindhoven, who has a fit score of 83/100 and is available for €0m, or Max Dean from KAA Gent, 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↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 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↗ | AC Milan | 40 | €900k | 83 | 80 |
| 6 | Jordan Siebatcheusimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €1.4m | 85 | 80 |
| 7 | Marvin Pieringersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €2.7m | 85 | 80 |
| 8 | Bryan Linssensimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 36 | €300k | 86 | 80 |
| 9 | Junior Adamusimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 25 | €2.8m | 89 | 79 |
| 10 | Michael Gregoritschsimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €1.6m | 85 | 79 |
| 11 | André Silvasimilar↗ | Elche | 31 | €2.8m | 84 | 79 |
| 12 | Brynjólfur Darri Willumssonsimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 26 | €1.0m | 89 | 79 |
* 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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