Cheaper alternatives to Nathan Mendes
RBVitória · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathan Mendes's profile ↗
The best budget alternatives to Nathan Mendes are Julian Lelieveld, Alexander Abrahamsson, Leo Cornic. Julian Lelieveld (RKC Waalwijk) rates 78/100 as a match at about €400k, below Nathan Mendes's ~€1.5m. Data as of July 2026.
12 cheaper alternatives to Nathan Mendes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Julian Lelieveldsimilar↗ | RKC Waalwijk | 29 | €400k | 76 | 78 |
| 2 | Alexander Abrahamssonsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 27 | €400k | 87 | 78 |
| 3 | Leo Cornicsimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 25 | €900k | 69 | 77 |
| 4 | Ewerthonsimilar↗ | Juventude | 26 | €300k | 82 | 77 |
| 5 | Bebetosimilar↗ | Tondela | 36 | €100k | 83 | 76 |
| 6 | Lasse Rosenboomsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €1.3m | 77 | 76 |
| 7 | David Hrnčársimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €500k | 71 | 76 |
| 8 | Tiago Esgaiosimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 31 | €1.0m | 77 | 76 |
| 9 | Brayann Pereirasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €1.1m | 77 | 76 |
| 10 | Ryan Leonardsimilar↗ | Millwall | 34 | €300k | 85 | 76 |
| 11 | Cherrion Valeriussimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 21 | €600k | 74 | 75 |
| 12 | Axel Krygersimilar↗ | Kristiansund BK | 29 | €300k | 70 | 75 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nathan Mendes
≈ 100% Nathan Mendes · strong: Key passes, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, xG + xA /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Nathan Mendes · strong: Accurate long balls, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Touches /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nathan Mendes · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nathan Mendes?
Bebeto (Tondela) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 76/100 match to Nathan Mendes.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nathan Mendes?
Julian Lelieveld offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 78/100 at about €400k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nathan Mendes?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (right back) by how closely they match Nathan Mendes'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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