Cheaper alternatives to Manuel Ugarte
CM/CDMManchester United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitManuel Ugarte's profile ↗
Manuel Ugarte is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Manchester United in the Premier League, with 22 appearances and a market value of €24m. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Ugarte, Kristian Thorstvedt of Sassuolo offers a fit score of 80/100 at €12m, while Matías Vecino from Lazio is available for just €1m with a fit score of 79/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 83 | 80 |
| 2 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 85 | 79 |
| 3 | Rocco Reitzsimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 24 | €22m | 86 | 79 |
| 4 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 86 | 79 |
| 5 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 81 | 78 |
| 6 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 76 | 78 |
| 7 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 85 | 78 |
| 8 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 77 | 78 |
| 9 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 83 | 78 |
| 10 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 79 | 77 |
| 11 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 70 | 77 |
| 12 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 78 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Manuel Ugarte
≈ 100% Manuel Ugarte · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Manuel Ugarte · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
≈ 100% Manuel Ugarte · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Manuel Ugarte?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 78/100 match to Manuel Ugarte.
Who is the best-value alternative to Manuel Ugarte?
Kristian Thorstvedt offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €12m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Manuel Ugarte?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Manuel Ugarte'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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