Cheaper alternatives to Niklas Hult
LB/LMIF Elfsborg · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitNiklas Hult's profile ↗
Niklas Hult is a left-back/left midfielder for IF Elfsborg in the Allsvenskan, with 14 appearances and 1 goal in 2026. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Hult, consider Ianis Stoica from CF Estrela Amadora, who has a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €2m, or Tommaso Corazza of Cesena, with a fit score of 84/100 at the same value. Other options include Álvaro García from Rayo Vallecano and Dean James of Go Ahead Eagles, both valued at €2m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Niklas Hult
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ianis Stoicasimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 24 | €1.5m | 88 | 86 |
| 2 | Tommaso Corazzasimilar↗ | Cesena | 22 | €1.6m | 86 | 84 |
| 3 | Álvaro Garcíasimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 34 | €1.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 4 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 87 | 83 |
| 5 | Edan Diopsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 22 | €2.8m | 80 | 83 |
| 6 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 28 | €500k | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 85 | 83 |
| 8 | Álvaro Barrealsimilar↗ | Santos | 26 | €7.7m | 85 | 83 |
| 9 | Reinaldosimilar↗ | Mirassol | 37 | €400k | 83 | 82 |
| 10 | Anton Ekerothsimilar↗ | HamKam | 25 | €600k | 84 | 82 |
| 11 | Ji-sung Eomsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 24 | €1.7m | 81 | 82 |
| 12 | Samuele Angorisimilar↗ | Pisa | 23 | €4.3m | 83 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Niklas Hult
≈ 100% Niklas Hult · strong: xG + xA, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Niklas Hult · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Niklas Hult · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Niklas Hult?
Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 83/100 match to Niklas Hult.
Who is the best-value alternative to Niklas Hult?
Ianis Stoica offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Niklas Hult?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Niklas Hult'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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