Luiz Gustavo alternatives
CM/CDMAthletico · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuiz Gustavo's profile ↗
Luiz Gustavo is a central midfielder and defensive midfielder for Athletico in the Brazilian Serie A, with 15 appearances in 2026. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Luiz Gustavo, Kristian Hlynsson from FC Twente, valued at €6m with a fit score of 86/100, and Alfie Devine from Preston North End, valued at €8m with a fit score of 85/100, could be viable options. Other budget alternatives include Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m, and Nuno Santos from Vitória SC, valued at €3m, both offering similar roles at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 88 | 86 |
| 2 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 83 | 85 |
| 4 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 88 | 84 |
| 5 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 86 | 84 |
| 6 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 85 | 84 |
| 8 | Jens Hjertø-Dahlsimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 21 | €9.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 83 | 84 |
| 10 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 83 | 83 |
| 12 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luiz Gustavo
≈ 100% Luiz Gustavo · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Luiz Gustavo · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Luiz Gustavo · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Luiz Gustavo?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 84/100 match to Luiz Gustavo.
Who is the best-value alternative to Luiz Gustavo?
Kristian Hlynsson offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €5.7m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Luiz Gustavo?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Luiz Gustavo'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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