Cheaper alternatives to Zé Carlos
CM/CDMGil Vicente · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitZé Carlos's profile ↗
Zé Carlos is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Gil Vicente in the Primeira Liga, with 30 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Zé Carlos, consider Kazper Karlsson from Degerfors IF, who has a fit score of 79/100, or Tom Ducrocq from Bastia, with a fit score of 78/100; both are valued at €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kazper Karlssonsimilar↗ | Degerfors IF | 21 | €600k | 88 | 79 |
| 2 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 87 | 78 |
| 3 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €700k | 82 | 76 |
| 4 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 82 | 76 |
| 5 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 82 | 76 |
| 6 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 82 | 76 |
| 7 | Abdoulaye Doumbiasimilar↗ | BK Häcken | 19 | €700k | 86 | 76 |
| 8 | Assane Dioussésimilar↗ | Auxerre | 29 | €500k | 87 | 76 |
| 9 | Benjamin Laturnussimilar↗ | Örgryte IS | 23 | €300k | 86 | 76 |
| 10 | Merveille Papelasimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 25 | €600k | 88 | 75 |
| 11 | Luke Le Rouxsimilar↗ | IFK Värnamo | 26 | €800k | 89 | 75 |
| 12 | Alejandro Meléndezsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 27 | €400k | 84 | 75 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zé Carlos
≈ 100% Zé Carlos · medium reliability
≈ 100% Zé Carlos · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Zé Carlos · low reliability
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Zé Carlos?
Assane Dioussé (Auxerre) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 76/100 match to Zé Carlos.
Who is the best-value alternative to Zé Carlos?
Kazper Karlsson offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 79/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Zé Carlos?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Zé Carlos'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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