Cheaper alternatives to Fabio Gerli
CDM/CMModena · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFabio Gerli's profile ↗
Fabio Gerli is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Modena in Serie B, having made 33 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Gerli, players like Alexandru Maxim from Gaziantep FK and Görkem Sağlam from Hatayspor both offer similar roles with fit scores of 82/100, while John Swift and Joe Rothwell, both valued at €1m, provide additional options with fit scores of 81/100 and 80/100, respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 84 | 82 |
| 2 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 83 | 82 |
| 3 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 83 | 81 |
| 4 | Joe Rothwellsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 31 | €600k | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 82 | 80 |
| 6 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 80 | 80 |
| 7 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 82 | 80 |
| 8 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 37 | €200k | 87 | 79 |
| 9 | Marc Domenechsimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €700k | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €200k | 81 | 79 |
| 11 | Efe Akmansimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 20 | €800k | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Ruben Jenssensimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 38 | €100k | 83 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fabio Gerli
≈ 100% Fabio Gerli · strong: Key passes, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Fabio Gerli · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Fabio Gerli · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Fabio Gerli?
Barry Bannan (Sheffield Wednesday) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 79/100 match to Fabio Gerli.
Who is the best-value alternative to Fabio Gerli?
Alexandru Maxim offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €300k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Fabio Gerli?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Fabio Gerli'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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