Cheaper alternatives to Nicolas N'Koulou
CBGaziantep FK · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolas N'Koulou's profile ↗
Nicolas N'Koulou is a centre-back for Gaziantep FK in the Turkish Super Lig, having made 32 appearances in the 2023/24 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to N'Koulou, players like Cacá from Corinthians (fit 85/100, value €2m) and Wes Harding from Millwall (fit 85/100, value €1m) provide similar defensive roles at lower market values.
12 cheaper alternatives to Nicolas N'Koulou
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cacásimilar↗ | Corinthians | 27 | €1.5m | 85 | 85 |
| 2 | Wes Hardingsimilar↗ | Millwall | 30 | €800k | 92 | 85 |
| 3 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 83 | 84 |
| 4 | Jubalsimilar↗ | Auxerre | 33 | €1.6m | 87 | 84 |
| 5 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 88 | 84 |
| 6 | Ravil Tagirsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €1.5m | 82 | 83 |
| 7 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 84 | 83 |
| 8 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 85 | 83 |
| 9 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Malcom Bokelesimilar↗ | Göztepe | 26 | €5.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Danilo Bozasimilar↗ | Juventude | 28 | €1.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Douglas Mendessimilar↗ | Red Bull Bragantino | 22 | €800k | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolas N'Koulou
≈ 100% Nicolas N'Koulou · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Nicolas N'Koulou · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nicolas N'Koulou · strong: Aerial duels won, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nicolas N'Koulou?
Wes Harding (Millwall) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Nicolas N'Koulou.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nicolas N'Koulou?
Cacá offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nicolas N'Koulou?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Nicolas N'Koulou'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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