Alessandro Romano alternatives
CM/CDMCagliari · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlessandro Romano's profile ↗
Alessandro Romano is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Cagliari in Serie A, with 19 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Romano, consider Levi Smans from SC Heerenveen, valued at €1m with a fit score of 85/100, or Nermin Karić from Virtus Entella, also at €1m and a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 86 | 85 |
| 2 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 86 | 84 |
| 3 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 88 | 84 |
| 4 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 5 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 85 | 83 |
| 8 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 81 | 83 |
| 10 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 86 | 83 |
| 12 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 84 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alessandro Romano
≈ 100% Alessandro Romano · strong: Key passes, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Alessandro Romano · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Alessandro Romano · strong: Accurate crosses, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Alessandro Romano?
Ajdin Hrustić (Heracles Almelo) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 83/100 match to Alessandro Romano.
Who is the best-value alternative to Alessandro Romano?
Levi Smans offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Alessandro Romano?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Alessandro Romano'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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