Cheaper alternatives to Francho Serrano
CMReal Zaragoza · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFrancho Serrano's profile ↗
Francho Serrano is a central midfielder for Real Zaragoza in LaLiga 2, with 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 6 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Serrano, consider Julian Justvan from 1. FC Nürnberg, who has a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €2m, or Ajdin Hrustić from Heracles Almelo, valued at €1m with a fit score of 85/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Francho Serrano
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 90 | 86 |
| 2 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Ryoya Morishitasimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €2.1m | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Florent Muslijasimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 28 | €1.9m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 87 | 84 |
| 10 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 87 | 84 |
| 11 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Ramzi Safourisimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 31 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Francho Serrano
≈ 100% Francho Serrano · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Francho Serrano · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Francho Serrano · 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 Francho Serrano?
Alexandru Maxim (Gaziantep FK) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 85/100 match to Francho Serrano.
Who is the best-value alternative to Francho Serrano?
Julian Justvan offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €2.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Francho Serrano?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Francho Serrano'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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