Cheaper alternatives to Riki Rodríguez
CM/CDMDeportivo de A Coruña · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRiki Rodríguez's profile ↗
Riki Rodríguez is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Deportivo de A Coruña in LaLiga 2, with 31 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Riki Rodríguez, players like Frederik Schmahl from SV 07 Elversberg and Görkem Sağlam from Hatayspor both have a fit score of 82/100 and market values of €1m. Additionally, Alexandru Maxim from Gaziantep FK is a budget alternative with a fit score of 82/100 and a market value of €0m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Riki Rodríguez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 87 | 82 |
| 2 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 83 | 82 |
| 3 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 84 | 82 |
| 4 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 85 | 82 |
| 5 | Iván Morantesimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 25 | €1.0m | 94 | 81 |
| 6 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 83 | 81 |
| 8 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 81 | 81 |
| 9 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 82 | 81 |
| 10 | Ulrik Mathisensimilar↗ | SK Brann | 27 | €700k | 83 | 80 |
| 11 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 80 | 80 |
| 12 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 37 | €200k | 88 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Riki Rodríguez
≈ 100% Riki Rodríguez · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Riki Rodríguez · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Riki Rodríguez · strong: Key passes, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Riki Rodríguez?
Alexandru Maxim (Gaziantep FK) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 82/100 match to Riki Rodríguez.
Who is the best-value alternative to Riki Rodríguez?
Frederik Schmahl offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Riki Rodríguez?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Riki Rodríguez'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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