Zé Lucas alternatives
CM/CDMSport Recife · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitZé Lucas's profile ↗
Zé Lucas is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sport Recife in the Brazilian Serie A, with 24 appearances and 1605 minutes played in 2025. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Zé Lucas, consider Noah Mbamba from Lorient, Aritz Aldasoro from Real Racing Club, or Daniel Requena from Levante UD, all valued at €2m or less and boasting a fit score of 81/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 94 | 81 |
| 3 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 4 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 77 | 81 |
| 5 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 81 | 80 |
| 7 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 80 | 80 |
| 9 | Jandro Orellanasimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 26 | €1.0m | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Federico Zucconsimilar↗ | Mantova | 23 | €1.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 12 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 92 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zé Lucas
≈ 100% Zé Lucas · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Zé Lucas · low reliability
≈ 100% Zé Lucas · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Zé Lucas?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 80/100 match to Zé Lucas.
Who is the best-value alternative to Zé Lucas?
Noah Mbamba offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €1.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Zé Lucas?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Zé Lucas'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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