Cheaper alternatives to Satoshi Tanaka
CDM/CMFortuna Düsseldorf · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSatoshi Tanaka's profile ↗
Satoshi Tanaka is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Fortuna Düsseldorf in the 2. Bundesliga, currently valued at €2m. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Tanaka, players like Jocelyn Janneh from Bastia, with a fit score of 83/100, and Daniel Requena from Córdoba, with a fit score of 81/100, both present viable options at €1m. Nordin Bukala and Allan Ackra also offer similar roles at a lower market value of €1m each.
12 cheaper alternatives to Satoshi Tanaka
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 3 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | David Krusesimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 24 | €800k | 89 | 79 |
| 6 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 87 | 79 |
| 7 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 21 | €1.8m | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 73 | 79 |
| 10 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 79 | 79 |
| 11 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 90 | 78 |
| 12 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 84 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Satoshi Tanaka
≈ 100% Satoshi Tanaka · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Satoshi Tanaka · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Satoshi Tanaka · strong: Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Satoshi Tanaka?
Nordin Bukala (FC Volendam) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 81/100 match to Satoshi Tanaka.
Who is the best-value alternative to Satoshi Tanaka?
Jocelyn Janneh offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Satoshi Tanaka?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Satoshi Tanaka'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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