Cheaper alternatives to Youssouf Diarra
CM/CDM/CAMCádiz · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYoussouf Diarra's profile ↗
Youssouf Diarra is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Cádiz in LaLiga 2, with 28 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Diarra, consider Manolo Portanova from Reggiana, who has a fit score of 83/100 and a market value of €0m, or Patrick Brouwer from SC Telstar, also with a fit score of 83/100, valued at €1m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Youssouf Diarra
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 90 | 83 |
| 2 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 82 | 83 |
| 3 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 20 | €700k | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Jamal Lowesimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 32 | €500k | 92 | 80 |
| 5 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 86 | 80 |
| 6 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 91 | 80 |
| 7 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Ander Madariagasimilar↗ | Eibar | 24 | €600k | 91 | 79 |
| 9 | Walid Bouabdellisimilar↗ | Nancy | 26 | €600k | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Selu Diallosimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 11 | Johan Gomezsimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 25 | €700k | 87 | 79 |
| 12 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Youssouf Diarra
≈ 100% Youssouf Diarra · low reliability
≈ 100% Youssouf Diarra · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Youssouf Diarra · medium reliability
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Youssouf Diarra?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 83/100 match to Youssouf Diarra.
Who is the best-value alternative to Youssouf Diarra?
Manolo Portanova offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €200k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Youssouf Diarra?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Youssouf Diarra'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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