Cheaper alternatives to Vinícius Souza
CM/CDMSheffield United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitVinícius Souza's profile ↗
Vinícius Souza is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sheffield United in the Championship, with 24 appearances and 1,778 minutes played in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Vinícius Souza, consider Daniel Requena from Córdoba, who has a fit score of 80/100 and a market value of €1m, or Beñat Gerenabarrena from CD Castellón, with a fit score of 79/100 and also valued at €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 87 | 80 |
| 2 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 87 | 79 |
| 3 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 83 | 79 |
| 4 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 5 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 92 | 79 |
| 6 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 92 | 79 |
| 7 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 28 | €2.6m | 88 | 78 |
| 8 | Peru Nolaskoainsimilar↗ | Eibar | 28 | €800k | 91 | 78 |
| 9 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 85 | 78 |
| 10 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 84 | 78 |
| 11 | Tibe De Vliegersimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 21 | €2.7m | 95 | 78 |
| 12 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 84 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Vinícius Souza
≈ 100% Vinícius Souza · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Vinícius Souza · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Vinícius Souza · strong: xG + xA, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won %, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Vinícius Souza?
Peru Nolaskoain (Eibar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 78/100 match to Vinícius Souza.
Who is the best-value alternative to Vinícius Souza?
Daniel Requena offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Vinícius Souza?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Vinícius Souza'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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