Hércules alternatives
CM/CDMFluminense · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitHércules's profile ↗
Hércules is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Fluminense in the Brazilian Serie A, with 18 appearances and 3 goals in the 2026 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Hércules, Kristian Hlynsson from FC Twente and Gjivai Zechiël from Feyenoord both offer similar roles at lower market values of €6m and €10m respectively. Additionally, Noah Naujoks from Excelsior is a budget alternative valued at just €1m, making him an intriguing option.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 87 | 85 |
| 2 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 83 | 85 |
| 4 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 31 | €1.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 86 | 84 |
| 7 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 86 | 83 |
| 8 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 86 | 83 |
| 9 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 31 | €800k | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Roman Kvetsimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €1.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 85 | 83 |
| 12 | Lewis Fergusonsimilar↗ | Bologna | 27 | €13m | 91 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Hércules
≈ 100% Hércules · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Hércules · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Hércules · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Hércules?
Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 83/100 match to Hércules.
Who is the best-value alternative to Hércules?
Kristian Hlynsson offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €5.7m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Hércules?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Hércules'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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