Cheaper alternatives to Tomáš Rigo
CM/CDMStoke City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitTomáš Rigo's profile ↗
Tomáš Rigo is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Stoke City in the Championship, with 31 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Rigo, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior and Thijs Oosting from PEC Zwolle, both valued at €1m and with a fit score of 85/100. Another option is Frederik Schmahl from SV 07 Elversberg, valued at €1m with a fit score of 83/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Tomáš Rigo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 84 | 85 |
| 2 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 88 | 85 |
| 3 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 87 | 84 |
| 4 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 5 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 85 | 83 |
| 6 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 7 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 86 | 83 |
| 8 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 92 | 83 |
| 9 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 84 | 83 |
| 12 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tomáš Rigo
≈ 100% Tomáš Rigo · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Tomáš Rigo · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Tomáš Rigo · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Tomáš Rigo?
Bruno Henrique (Internacional) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 83/100 match to Tomáš Rigo.
Who is the best-value alternative to Tomáš Rigo?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Tomáš Rigo?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Tomáš Rigo'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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