Patrick Zabi alternatives
CMStade de Reims · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPatrick Zabi's profile ↗
Patrick Zabi is a central midfielder for Stade de Reims in Ligue 2, with 28 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 4 assists. For those looking for cheaper alternatives to Zabi, consider Levi Smans from SC Heerenveen, valued at €1m, or Irakli Yegoian from Excelsior, valued at €2m; both have a fit score of 86/100, indicating a strong similarity in playing style.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 88 | 87 |
| 2 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 90 | 86 |
| 3 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 83 | 85 |
| 9 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €6.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Oscar Fraulosimilar↗ | Derby County | 23 | €2.7m | 95 | 85 |
| 11 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 87 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Patrick Zabi
≈ 100% Patrick Zabi · strong: Key passes, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Patrick Zabi · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Patrick Zabi · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Patrick Zabi?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Patrick Zabi.
Who is the best-value alternative to Patrick Zabi?
Levi Smans offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Patrick Zabi?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Patrick Zabi'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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