Luis Rioja alternatives
RM/LW/RWValencia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuis Rioja's profile ↗
Luis Rioja is a right midfielder/left winger for Valencia in La Liga, with 37 appearances, 3 goals, and 6 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Rioja, consider Thorgan Hazard from RC Lens, Anthony Valencia from Royal Antwerp FC, or Iago Aspas from Celta Vigo, all valued at €2m and with a fit score of 81/100. Alternatively, Mohamed Nassoh from NAC Breda offers a budget option at €1m with the same fit score.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €1.8m | 87 | 81 |
| 2 | Anthony Valenciasimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 23 | €1.7m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Iago Aspassimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 39 | €1.5m | 82 | 81 |
| 4 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 92 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luis Rioja
≈ 100% Luis Rioja · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Luis Rioja · strong: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Luis Rioja · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Luis Rioja?
Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 81/100 match to Luis Rioja.
Who is the best-value alternative to Luis Rioja?
Thorgan Hazard offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €1.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Luis Rioja?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (right midfielder) by how closely they match Luis Rioja'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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