Cheaper alternatives to Amadou Haidara
CM/CDMRC Lens · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitAmadou Haidara's profile ↗
Amadou Haidara is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for RC Lens in Ligue 1, having made 28 appearances in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Haidara, consider Abdoulaye Touré from Le Havre, Samu from Vizela, or Jon Ander Olasagasti from Levante UD, all boasting a fit score of 82/100 and lower market values ranging from €1m to €3m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 2 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 84 | 82 |
| 3 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 86 | 82 |
| 4 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 37 | €400k | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 82 | 80 |
| 8 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 28 | €2.6m | 90 | 80 |
| 9 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 87 | 79 |
| 11 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 80 | 79 |
| 12 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Amadou Haidara
≈ 100% Amadou Haidara · strong: xG + xA, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won %, Shots /90
≈ 100% Amadou Haidara · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Amadou Haidara · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Amadou Haidara?
Ander Herrera (Athletic Club) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 80/100 match to Amadou Haidara.
Who is the best-value alternative to Amadou Haidara?
Abdoulaye Touré offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €2.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Amadou Haidara?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Amadou Haidara'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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