Cheaper alternatives to Manu Hernando
CBReal Racing Club · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitManu Hernando's profile ↗
Manu Hernando is a centre-back for Real Racing Club in LaLiga 2, with 25 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Hernando, Michał Helik (Oxford United) and Patrick Nkoa (Eintracht Braunschweig) both offer similar defensive roles at a market value of €1m, achieving fit scores of 85/100 and 83/100 respectively. Justin Hubner (Fortuna Sittard) and Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) are also viable budget options, with fit scores of 83/100 and 82/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 88 | 85 |
| 2 | Patrick Nkoasimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 27 | €700k | 89 | 83 |
| 3 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 83 | 83 |
| 4 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 82 | 82 |
| 5 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 83 | 82 |
| 6 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 85 | 81 |
| 8 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Anton Tanghesimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 27 | €700k | 79 | 80 |
| 10 | Axel Drouhinsimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 26 | €1.2m | 91 | 80 |
| 11 | Hélitonsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 31 | €1.1m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Manu Hernando
≈ 100% Manu Hernando · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Manu Hernando · strong: xG + xA, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Manu Hernando · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Manu Hernando?
Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 82/100 match to Manu Hernando.
Who is the best-value alternative to Manu Hernando?
Michał Helik offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Manu Hernando?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Manu Hernando'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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