Cheaper alternatives to Fabián Ruiz
CMParis Saint-Germain · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFabián Ruiz's profile ↗
Fabián Ruiz is a central midfielder for Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1, with 20 appearances, 1 goal, and 4 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Ruiz, players like Gianluca Busio from Venezia (€7m) and Will Smallbone from Southampton (€3m) offer similar roles at significantly lower market values, both achieving a fit score of 85/100. Additionally, Pascal Groß and Görkem Sağlam present budget options, valued at €2m and €1m respectively, also with a fit score of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 91 | 85 |
| 2 | Will Smallbonesimilar↗ | Southampton | 26 | €3.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 86 | 83 |
| 8 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Ryotaro Itosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 28 | €5.8m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 82 | 83 |
| 11 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 85 | 83 |
| 12 | Orkun Kökçüsimilar↗ | Benfica | 26 | €24m | 91 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fabián Ruiz
≈ 100% Fabián Ruiz · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Fabián Ruiz · strong: Accurate final-third passes, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Fabián Ruiz · strong: Accurate crosses, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Fabián Ruiz?
Görkem Sağlam (Hatayspor) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Fabián Ruiz.
Who is the best-value alternative to Fabián Ruiz?
Gianluca Busio offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €7.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Fabián Ruiz?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Fabián Ruiz'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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