Cheaper alternatives to Carlos Vinícius
STGrêmio · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitCarlos Vinícius's profile ↗
Carlos Vinícius is a striker for Grêmio in the Brazilian Serie A, with 19 appearances and 10 goals in 2026. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Vinícius, Daniel Karlsbakk from Sarpsborg 08 offers a fit score of 82/100 at a market value of €5m, while Mateusz Żukowski from 1. FC Magdeburg has a fit score of 81/100 and a value of €6m. Additionally, Álex Forés from Villarreal B U23 is a budget option at just €1m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Carlos Vinícius
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Sarpsborg 08 | 23 | €4.8m | 84 | 82 |
| 2 | Mateusz Żukowskisimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 25 | €5.7m | 85 | 81 |
| 3 | Álex Foréssimilar↗ | Villarreal B U23 | 25 | €600k | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Ante Budimirsimilar↗ | Osasuna | 35 | €2.6m | 85 | 80 |
| 5 | Benjamin Källmansimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 28 | €3.7m | 83 | 80 |
| 6 | Cristhian Stuanisimilar↗ | Girona FC | 40 | €700k | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Nikola Štulićsimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 25 | €3.2m | 81 | 79 |
| 8 | Pape Moussa Fallsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 22 | €3.7m | 81 | 79 |
| 9 | Mohamed Sankohsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 23 | €400k | 79 | 79 |
| 10 | Chris Woodsimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 35 | €5.2m | 90 | 79 |
| 11 | Salomón Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Godoy Cruz | 26 | €1.3m | 78 | 78 |
| 12 | Joel Pohjanpalosimilar↗ | Palermo | 32 | €3.3m | 90 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Carlos Vinícius
≈ 100% Carlos Vinícius · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Carlos Vinícius · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Carlos Vinícius · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Carlos Vinícius?
Álex Forés (Villarreal B U23) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 80/100 match to Carlos Vinícius.
Who is the best-value alternative to Carlos Vinícius?
Daniel Karlsbakk offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €4.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Carlos Vinícius?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Carlos Vinícius'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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