Cheaper alternatives to Shogo Taniguchi
CBSint-Truidense VV · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitShogo Taniguchi's profile ↗
Shogo Taniguchi is a centre-back for Sint-Truidense VV in the Belgian Pro League, boasting 38 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Taniguchi, such as Anton Tanghe from SV Zulte Waregem and Danny Bakker from SC Telstar, both achieved a fit score of 83/100 and present cheaper alternatives at a market value of €1m and €0m, respectively.
12 cheaper alternatives to Shogo Taniguchi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anton Tanghesimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 27 | €700k | 84 | 83 |
| 2 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 86 | 83 |
| 3 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 87 | 83 |
| 4 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €700k | 87 | 83 |
| 5 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 86 | 82 |
| 6 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 85 | 82 |
| 7 | Damon Miranisimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €400k | 93 | 81 |
| 8 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 80 | 81 |
| 9 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 82 | 81 |
| 10 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 81 | 81 |
| 11 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 79 | 81 |
| 12 | Luke O'Niensimilar↗ | Sunderland | 32 | €700k | 90 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Shogo Taniguchi
≈ 100% Shogo Taniguchi · strong: xG + xA, Accurate long balls · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Shogo Taniguchi · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Shogo Taniguchi · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Shogo Taniguchi?
Craig Forsyth (Derby County) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 82/100 match to Shogo Taniguchi.
Who is the best-value alternative to Shogo Taniguchi?
Anton Tanghe offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Shogo Taniguchi?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Shogo Taniguchi'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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