Manu Koné alternatives
CM/CDMAS Roma · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitManu Koné's profile ↗
Manu Koné is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for AS Roma in Serie A, with 29 appearances, 2 goals, and 3 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Koné, consider Eric Ebimbe from FC Schalke 04, valued at €6m, or Filip Krastev from PEC Zwolle, valued at just €3m, both boasting a fit score of 85/100. Kevin Sessa from Hertha BSC is another budget option at €1m, with a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 2 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 88 | 85 |
| 4 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | Sevilla | 27 | €25m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 87 | 84 |
| 6 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 88 | 84 |
| 8 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Carlos Alcarazsimilar↗ | Everton | 24 | €15m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €6.5m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €1.6m | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Manu Koné
≈ 100% Manu Koné · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Manu Koné · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Manu Koné · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Manu Koné?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Manu Koné.
Who is the best-value alternative to Manu Koné?
Eric Ebimbe offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €6.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Manu Koné?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Manu Koné'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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