Edu alternatives
CBVitória · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitEdu's profile ↗
Edu is a centre-back for Vitória in the Brazilian Serie A, having made 20 appearances and played 1075 minutes this season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Edu, players like Olivier Aertssen from PEC Zwolle, Anton Tanghe from SV Zulte Waregem, and Maximilian Großer from Arminia Bielefeld all have a fit score of 78/100 and a market value of €1m, while Craig Forsyth from Derby County offers a budget option with a fit score of 78/100 and a market value of €0m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Olivier Aertssensimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €600k | 78 | 78 |
| 2 | Anton Tanghesimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 27 | €700k | 75 | 78 |
| 3 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 76 | 78 |
| 4 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 80 | 78 |
| 5 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 22 | €700k | 79 | 78 |
| 6 | Jonas Bagersimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 30 | €400k | 91 | 78 |
| 7 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 79 | 77 |
| 8 | Christian Dalle Murasimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €500k | 85 | 77 |
| 9 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 75 | 77 |
| 10 | Wagane Fayesimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 33 | €400k | 81 | 76 |
| 11 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 75 | 76 |
| 12 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 77 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Edu
≈ 100% Edu · strong: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Edu · strong: xG + xA, Accurate long balls · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Edu · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Edu?
Craig Forsyth (Derby County) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 78/100 match to Edu.
Who is the best-value alternative to Edu?
Olivier Aertssen offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 78/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Edu?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Edu'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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