Cheaper alternatives to Leonardo Balerdi
CBOlympique de Marseille · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLeonardo Balerdi's profile ↗
Leonardo Balerdi is a centre-back for Olympique de Marseille in Ligue 1, with 26 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Balerdi, Anouar El Azzouzi of PEC Zwolle, valued at €2m, and Rio Hillen from NAC Breda, valued at €1m, are strong options with fit scores of 88/100 and 86/100, respectively. Kevin Diks and Ben Godfrey also present budget alternatives, each with a fit score of 86/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 93 | 88 |
| 2 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Kevin Dikssimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €4.8m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Ben Godfreysimilar↗ | Everton | 28 | €4.7m | 94 | 86 |
| 5 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 87 | 86 |
| 6 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Ahmetcan Kaplansimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €6.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 86 | 85 |
| 10 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 30 | €1.0m | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Marcos Alonsosimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 36 | €1.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Leonardo Balerdi
≈ 100% Leonardo Balerdi · strong: Possession won in att. third, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Leonardo Balerdi · strong: Duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Shots /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Leonardo Balerdi · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Touches /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Leonardo Balerdi?
Syb Van Ottele (Fortuna Sittard) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 86/100 match to Leonardo Balerdi.
Who is the best-value alternative to Leonardo Balerdi?
Anouar El Azzouzi offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €1.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Leonardo Balerdi?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Leonardo Balerdi'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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