Cheaper alternatives to Simone Santoro
CM/CDMModena · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSimone Santoro's profile ↗
Simone Santoro is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Modena in Serie B, with 36 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Santoro, consider players like Noah Naujoks and Irakli Yegoian, both from Excelsior in the Eredivisie, who have a fit score of 83/100 and market values of €1m and €2m, respectively. Additionally, Görkem Sağlam from Hatayspor and Frederik Schmahl from SV 07 Elversberg are also viable budget options, both valued at €1m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Simone Santoro
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 81 | 83 |
| 2 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 86 | 83 |
| 3 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 84 | 82 |
| 4 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 86 | 82 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 83 | 82 |
| 6 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 85 | 82 |
| 7 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 83 | 81 |
| 9 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 84 | 81 |
| 10 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 85 | 81 |
| 11 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Roman Kvetsimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €1.2m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Simone Santoro
≈ 100% Simone Santoro · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Simone Santoro · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Simone Santoro · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Simone Santoro?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 81/100 match to Simone Santoro.
Who is the best-value alternative to Simone Santoro?
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 Simone Santoro?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Simone Santoro'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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