Giannis Papanikolaou alternatives
CDM/CMÇaykur Rizespor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGiannis Papanikolaou's profile ↗
Giannis Papanikolaou is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Çaykur Rizespor in the Turkish Super Lig, with 30 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Papanikolaou, consider Manolo Portanova from Reggiana, who has a fit score of 81/100 and a market value of €0m, or Gustavo Assunção from AVS - Futebol SAD, Thijs Oosting from PEC Zwolle, and Daniel Requena from Levante UD, all valued at €1m with a fit score of 80/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 82 | 81 |
| 2 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 79 | 80 |
| 4 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 87 | 80 |
| 5 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 82 | 80 |
| 7 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 21 | €1.1m | 86 | 79 |
| 9 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 82 | 79 |
| 10 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 86 | 79 |
| 11 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 88 | 79 |
| 12 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 91 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Giannis Papanikolaou
≈ 100% Giannis Papanikolaou · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Giannis Papanikolaou · medium reliability
≈ 100% Giannis Papanikolaou · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Giannis Papanikolaou?
Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 79/100 match to Giannis Papanikolaou.
Who is the best-value alternative to Giannis Papanikolaou?
Manolo Portanova offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €200k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Giannis Papanikolaou?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Giannis Papanikolaou'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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