Cheaper alternatives to Edu
CBVitória · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitEdu's profile ↗
Edu is a centre-back for Vitória in Brazil's Serie A, with 20 appearances totalling 1075 minutes this season. For those searching for cheaper alternatives to Edu, consider Olivier Aertssen from PEC Zwolle, Anton Tanghe from SV Zulte Waregem, or Craig Forsyth from Derby County, all boasting a fit score of 78/100 and offering similar defensive roles at lower market values.
12 cheaper alternatives to Edu
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Olivier Aertssensimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €600k | 78 | 79 |
| 2 | Anton Tanghesimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 27 | €700k | 75 | 78 |
| 3 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 80 | 78 |
| 4 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 76 | 78 |
| 5 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €700k | 79 | 78 |
| 6 | Jonas Bagersimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 30 | €400k | 91 | 78 |
| 7 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 79 | 77 |
| 8 | Christian Dalle Murasimilar↗ | Cosenza | 24 | €500k | 85 | 77 |
| 9 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 75 | 77 |
| 10 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 77 | 77 |
| 11 | Wagane Fayesimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 33 | €400k | 81 | 76 |
| 12 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 75 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, 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: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /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 79/100 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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