Nikolaos Athanasiou alternatives
LB/LMRio Ave · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNikolaos Athanasiou's profile ↗
Nikolaos Athanasiou is a left-back/left midfielder for Rio Ave in the Primeira Liga, with 17 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Athanasiou, consider Anton Ekeroth from HamKam or Tim Handwerker of Arminia Bielefeld, both valued at €1m and achieving a fit score of 83/100. Additionally, David Zalazar from Banfield and Nolan Gillot of RAAL La Louvière offer budget options with fit scores of 83/100 and 82/100, respectively, and lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anton Ekerothsimilar↗ | HamKam | 25 | €600k | 86 | 83 |
| 2 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 86 | 83 |
| 3 | David Zalazarsimilar↗ | Banfield | 24 | €300k | 86 | 83 |
| 4 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 83 | 82 |
| 5 | Reinaldosimilar↗ | Mirassol | 37 | €400k | 81 | 81 |
| 6 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 83 | 81 |
| 9 | Emran Soglosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 21 | €800k | 81 | 80 |
| 10 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 83 | 80 |
| 11 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 90 | 80 |
| 12 | Guilherme Haubert Sityásimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 36 | €200k | 87 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nikolaos Athanasiou
≈ 100% Nikolaos Athanasiou · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Nikolaos Athanasiou · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nikolaos Athanasiou · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nikolaos Athanasiou?
David Zalazar (Banfield) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 83/100 match to Nikolaos Athanasiou.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nikolaos Athanasiou?
Anton Ekeroth offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nikolaos Athanasiou?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Nikolaos Athanasiou'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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