Cheaper alternatives to Isma Ruiz
CM/CDMCórdoba · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsma Ruiz's profile ↗
Isma Ruiz is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Córdoba in LaLiga 2, with 36 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 3 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Isma Ruiz, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, who has a fit score of 83/100 and a market value of €1m, or Beñat Gerenabarrena of CD Castellón, with a fit score of 82/100 and also valued at €1m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Isma Ruiz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 80 | 83 |
| 2 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 84 | 81 |
| 4 | Jandro Orellanasimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 26 | €1.0m | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 81 | 80 |
| 6 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 83 | 80 |
| 7 | Justin Lonwijksimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €800k | 83 | 80 |
| 8 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 82 | 80 |
| 9 | Siebe Schrijverssimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 30 | €1.4m | 89 | 79 |
| 10 | Roman Kvetsimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €1.2m | 85 | 79 |
| 11 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Isma Ruiz
≈ 100% Isma Ruiz · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Isma Ruiz · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Isma Ruiz · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Isma Ruiz?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 80/100 match to Isma Ruiz.
Who is the best-value alternative to Isma Ruiz?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Isma Ruiz?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Isma Ruiz'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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