Cheaper alternatives to Nuno Santos
LW/CAM/CMVitória SC · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitNuno Santos's profile ↗
Nuno Santos is a left winger/attacking midfielder for Vitória SC in the Primeira Liga, with 33 appearances, 3 goals, and 4 assists in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Nuno Santos, consider Patrick Brouwer, Florian Sotoca, or Lance Duijvestijn, all valued at €1m and boasting a fit score of 86/100 in their respective leagues.
12 cheaper alternatives to Nuno Santos
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 87 | 86 |
| 2 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Lance Duijvestijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €700k | 95 | 86 |
| 4 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 90 | 86 |
| 5 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Álvaro Garcíasimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 34 | €1.5m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Ivan Perišićsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 37 | €1.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 9 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Williansimilar↗ | Fulham | 38 | €400k | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nuno Santos
≈ 100% Nuno Santos · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Nuno Santos · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Nuno Santos · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nuno Santos?
Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 86/100 match to Nuno Santos.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nuno Santos?
Patrick Brouwer offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nuno Santos?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left winger) 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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