Cheaper alternatives to Atsuki Ito
CM/CDMKAA Gent · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAtsuki Ito's profile ↗
Atsuki Ito is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for KAA Gent in the Belgian Pro League, with 30 appearances and a market value of €2m in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Ito, Noah Naujoks (Excelsior, fit 88/100, value €1m) and Thijs Oosting (PEC Zwolle, fit 87/100, value €1m) are notable options, both excelling in similar roles at a lower market value.
12 cheaper alternatives to Atsuki Ito
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 90 | 89 |
| 2 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 91 | 87 |
| 3 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 88 | 85 |
| 5 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 88 | 85 |
| 7 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 88 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Atsuki Ito
≈ 100% Atsuki Ito · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Atsuki Ito · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Atsuki Ito · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Atsuki Ito?
Frederik Schmahl (SV 07 Elversberg) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Atsuki Ito.
Who is the best-value alternative to Atsuki Ito?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 89/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Atsuki Ito?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Atsuki Ito'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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