Álex Calatrava alternatives
CAM/STEspanyol · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitÁlex Calatrava's profile ↗
Álex Calatrava is an attacking midfielder/striker for Espanyol in La Liga, having made 41 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 14 goals and providing 8 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Calatrava, Iago Aspas from Celta Vigo, Isco from Real Betis, and Mohamed Ihattaren from Fortuna Sittard all boast a fit score of 86/100, with market values of €2m, €4m, and €3m, respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iago Aspassimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 39 | €1.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 96 | 86 |
| 3 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 96 | 85 |
| 5 | Gerard Morenosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 34 | €2.4m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Nantes | 36 | €1.2m | 95 | 85 |
| 7 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 91 | 85 |
| 9 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 36 | €1.9m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €1.8m | 93 | 83 |
| 12 | Alan Patricksimilar↗ | Internacional | 35 | €2.2m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Álex Calatrava
≈ 100% Álex Calatrava · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Álex Calatrava · strong: Key passes, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Touches /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Álex Calatrava · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Álex Calatrava?
Rémy Cabella (Nantes) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.2m with a 85/100 match to Álex Calatrava.
Who is the best-value alternative to Álex Calatrava?
Iago Aspas offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Álex Calatrava?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Álex Calatrava'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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