Cheaper alternatives to Nico Williams
LWAthletic Club · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNico Williams's profile ↗
Nico Williams is a left winger for Athletic Club in La Liga, where he has made 25 appearances this season, scoring 6 goals and providing 3 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Williams, consider Mika Godts from AFC Ajax, valued at €32m with a fit score of 86/100, or Chris Führich of VfB Stuttgart, a budget option at €12m and a fit score of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mika Godtssimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 21 | €32m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Andreas Schjelderupsimilar↗ | Benfica | 22 | €31m | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Alejandro Garnachosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 22 | €26m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Gabriel Martinellisimilar↗ | Arsenal | 25 | €42m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Savinhosimilar↗ | Girona FC | 22 | €37m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Manor Solomonsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 27 | €7.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Raheem Sterlingsimilar↗ | Chelsea | 32 | €2.9m | 93 | 83 |
| 10 | Abdessamad Ezzalzoulisimilar↗ | Real Betis | 25 | €43m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Kaoru Mitomasimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 29 | €20m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Jack Clarkesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 26 | €21m | 92 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nico Williams
≈ 100% Nico Williams · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Nico Williams · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Nico Williams · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nico Williams?
Manor Solomon (Leeds United) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €7.8m with a 83/100 match to Nico Williams.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nico Williams?
Mika Godts offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €32m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nico Williams?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left winger) by how closely they match Nico Williams'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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