Cheaper alternatives to Andreas Ndoj
CB/CDM/CMRio Ave · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAndreas Ndoj's profile ↗
Andreas Ndoj is a centre-back/defensive midfielder for Rio Ave in the Primeira Liga, with 30 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Ndoj, Noah Naujoks from Excelsior offers a strong fit score of 88/100 at a market value of €1m, while Manolo Portanova from Reggiana presents a budget option with a fit score of 87/100 and no market value.
12 cheaper alternatives to Andreas Ndoj
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 88 | 88 |
| 2 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 89 | 87 |
| 3 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 85 | 85 |
| 6 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 21 | €1.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 86 | 84 |
| 10 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Oscar Fraulosimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 23 | €2.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Josh Laurentsimilar↗ | Burnley | 31 | €1.5m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Andreas Ndoj
≈ 100% Andreas Ndoj · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Andreas Ndoj · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Andreas Ndoj · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Andreas Ndoj?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 87/100 match to Andreas Ndoj.
Who is the best-value alternative to Andreas Ndoj?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Andreas Ndoj?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Andreas Ndoj'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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