Cheaper alternatives to Samba Diba
CDM/CMGrenoble Foot 38 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamba Diba's profile ↗
Samba Diba is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Grenoble Foot 38 in Ligue 2, having made 21 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Diba, consider Manolo Portanova from Reggiana, who has a fit score of 82/100, or Danijel Aleksić of Konyaspor, with a fit score of 80/100. Both offer a similar role at a lower market value.
8 cheaper alternatives to Samba Diba
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 85 | 82 |
| 2 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 85 | 80 |
| 3 | Selvi Clúasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €300k | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Hianga'a M'Bocksimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 27 | €300k | 93 | 78 |
| 5 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 85 | 77 |
| 6 | Aleksander Nilssonsimilar↗ | Halmstads BK | 24 | €300k | 88 | 77 |
| 7 | Ahmed Kashisimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 38 | €100k | 90 | 77 |
| 8 | Cheikh Fallsimilar↗ | Pau FC | 22 | €300k | 86 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samba Diba
≈ 100% Samba Diba · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Samba Diba · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Samba Diba · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Samba Diba?
Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 77/100 match to Samba Diba.
Who is the best-value alternative to Samba Diba?
Manolo Portanova offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €200k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Samba Diba?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Samba Diba'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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