Cheaper alternatives to Jonathan Buatu
CBGil Vicente · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJonathan Buatu's profile ↗
Jonathan Buatu is a centre-back for Gil Vicente in the Primeira Liga, with 31 appearances, 1 goal, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Buatu, players like Craig Forsyth from Derby County (fit score 82/100) and Vincent Sasso of Boavista (fit score 82/100) offer similar roles at a lower market value, both currently valued at €0m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Jonathan Buatu
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 87 | 83 |
| 2 | Vincent Sassosimilar↗ | Boavista | 35 | €100k | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Fredrik Holmésimilar↗ | Fredrikstad FK | 25 | €500k | 85 | 81 |
| 4 | Andrea Hristovsimilar↗ | Cosenza | 27 | €300k | 94 | 81 |
| 5 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 79 | 81 |
| 6 | Alpaslan Öztürksimilar↗ | Pendikspor | 33 | €0k | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Axel Krygersimilar↗ | Kristiansund BK | 29 | €300k | 79 | 81 |
| 8 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 83 | 80 |
| 9 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 83 | 80 |
| 10 | Thomas Lamsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 33 | €300k | 85 | 80 |
| 11 | Tomás Ribeirosimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €400k | 90 | 80 |
| 12 | Jacob Haahrsimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 24 | €300k | 84 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jonathan Buatu
≈ 100% Jonathan Buatu · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Jonathan Buatu · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Jonathan Buatu · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Jonathan Buatu?
Alpaslan Öztürk (Pendikspor) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €0k with a 81/100 match to Jonathan Buatu.
Who is the best-value alternative to Jonathan Buatu?
Craig Forsyth offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €100k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Jonathan Buatu?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Jonathan Buatu'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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