Cheaper alternatives to Álvaro Carreras
LBBenfica · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitÁlvaro Carreras's profile ↗
Álvaro Carreras is a left-back for Benfica in the Primeira Liga, with 28 appearances, 2 goals, and 3 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Carreras, Christopher Operi from Le Havre and Mats Rots from FC Twente both offer similar roles, with fit scores of 84/100 and market values of €4m and €11m, respectively. Additionally, Nazinho from Cercle Brugge is another budget option, valued at €7m with the same fit score.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 29 | €3.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 2 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | FC Twente | 20 | €11m | 87 | 84 |
| 3 | Nazinhosimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.6m | 86 | 84 |
| 4 | David Raumsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €27m | 88 | 83 |
| 5 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 27 | €5.2m | 88 | 83 |
| 6 | Sergio Gómezsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 26 | €15m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Maximilian Mittelstädtsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 29 | €20m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Leeds United | 30 | €3.4m | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | Niels Nkounkousimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €2.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Destiny Udogiesimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 24 | €28m | 90 | 81 |
| 11 | Neco Williamssimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 25 | €26m | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Rayan Aït-Nourisimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 25 | €39m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Álvaro Carreras
≈ 100% Álvaro Carreras · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Álvaro Carreras · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Álvaro Carreras · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Álvaro Carreras?
Junior Firpo (Leeds United) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €3.4m with a 82/100 match to Álvaro Carreras.
Who is the best-value alternative to Álvaro Carreras?
Christopher Operi offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €3.7m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Álvaro Carreras?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Álvaro Carreras'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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