Cheaper alternatives to Manu Koné
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 the Serie A, with 29 appearances, 2 goals, and 3 assists during the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Koné, Eric Ebimbe of Eintracht Frankfurt, valued at €6m and rated 86/100 for fit, and Filip Krastev from PEC Zwolle, valued at €3m with a fit score of 85/100, are notable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 88 | 85 |
| 4 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 87 | 84 |
| 5 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Carlos Alcarazsimilar↗ | Southampton | 24 | €15m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.5m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 90 | 83 |
* 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 (1. FC Heidenheim) 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 86/100 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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