Cheaper alternatives to Sima Suso
CDMFortuna Düsseldorf · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSima Suso's profile ↗
Sima Suso is a defensive midfielder for Fortuna Düsseldorf in the 2. Bundesliga, with 24 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Suso, Thomas Van den Keybus from KVC Westerlo (fit 84/100, value €1m) and Dariusz Stalmach of 1. FC Magdeburg (fit 83/100, value €2m) are notable options. Additionally, Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim, fit 83/100, value €1m) and Charlie Patiño (Swansea City, fit 83/100, value €1m) provide budget-friendly alternatives in a similar role.
12 cheaper alternatives to Sima Suso
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 91 | 84 |
| 2 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 87 | 83 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 85 | 83 |
| 4 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 85 | 83 |
| 5 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 83 | 82 |
| 6 | Thomas Claessimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 22 | €1.5m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Tika de Jongesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 23 | €1.7m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 82 | 81 |
| 10 | Zico Buurmeestersimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 24 | €1.3m | 90 | 81 |
| 11 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | George Thomasonsimilar↗ | Wrexham | 24 | €2.4m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sima Suso
≈ 100% Sima Suso · strong: Accurate crosses, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Sima Suso · strong: Big chances created, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Sima Suso · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Sima Suso?
Bruno Henrique (Internacional) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 82/100 match to Sima Suso.
Who is the best-value alternative to Sima Suso?
Thomas Van den Keybus offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Sima Suso?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Sima Suso'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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