Cheaper alternatives to Nuno Santos
LMSporting CP · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitNuno Santos's profile ↗
Nuno Santos is a left midfielder for Sporting CP in the Primeira Liga, with 31 appearances, 4 goals, and 10 assists in the 2023/24 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Nuno Santos, consider Marvin Wanitzek from Karlsruher SC, valued at €1m and boasting a fit score of 86/100, or Álvaro García of Rayo Vallecano, valued at €2m with a fit score of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marvin Wanitzeksimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 33 | €900k | 93 | 86 |
| 2 | Álvaro Garcíasimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 34 | €1.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Edan Diopsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 22 | €2.8m | 85 | 85 |
| 4 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Florent Muslijasimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 28 | €1.9m | 85 | 82 |
| 7 | Ji-sung Eomsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 24 | €1.7m | 80 | 80 |
| 8 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 85 | 79 |
| 9 | Carles Aleñásimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €2.8m | 83 | 78 |
| 10 | Sergi Canóssimilar↗ | Valencia | 29 | €600k | 79 | 78 |
| 11 | Marius Bültersimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 33 | €1.9m | 81 | 77 |
| 12 | Ianis Stoicasimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 24 | €1.5m | 74 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nuno Santos
≈ 100% Nuno Santos · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Nuno Santos · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Nuno Santos · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nuno Santos?
Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 82/100 match to Nuno Santos.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nuno Santos?
Marvin Wanitzek offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nuno Santos?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left midfielder) by how closely they match Nuno Santos'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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