Cheaper alternatives to Thaciano
STSantos · 2020/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitThaciano's profile ↗
The best budget alternatives to Thaciano are Braian Romero, Benito Raman, Luuk de Jong. Braian Romero (Vélez Sarsfield) rates 78/100 as a match at about €300k, below Thaciano's ~€970k. Data as of July 2026.
12 cheaper alternatives to Thaciano
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Braian Romerosimilar↗ | Vélez Sarsfield | 35 | €300k | 82 | 78 |
| 2 | Benito Ramansimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €800k | 78 | 78 |
| 3 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 77 | 78 |
| 4 | Henrique Araújosimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 24 | €900k | 83 | 77 |
| 5 | Bryan Linssensimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 36 | €300k | 81 | 77 |
| 6 | Bård Finnesimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 74 | 77 |
| 7 | Ieltsin Camõessimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 27 | €800k | 73 | 77 |
| 8 | Emmanuel Boatengsimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 30 | €700k | 86 | 76 |
| 9 | Blaž Kramersimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 30 | €900k | 81 | 75 |
| 10 | Oluwaseun Adewumisimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €700k | 76 | 75 |
| 11 | Mame Thiamsimilar↗ | Pendikspor | 34 | €900k | 86 | 75 |
| 12 | Cristhian Stuanisimilar↗ | Girona FC | 40 | €700k | 78 | 75 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thaciano
≈ 100% Thaciano · strong: xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Thaciano · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Thaciano · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Thaciano?
Braian Romero (Vélez Sarsfield) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 78/100 match to Thaciano.
Who is the best-value alternative to Thaciano?
Braian Romero offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 78/100 at about €300k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Thaciano?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Thaciano'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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