Cheaper alternatives to Bryan Cristante
CM/CDMAS Roma · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBryan Cristante's profile ↗
Bryan Cristante is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for AS Roma in Serie A, with 37 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Cristante, consider Pepelu from Valencia, who has a fit score of 84/100 and a market value of €7m, or Eric Ebimbe from Eintracht Frankfurt, valued at €6m with a fit score of 83/100. Other budget alternatives include Samu from Vizela at €2m and Casemiro from Manchester United at €6m, both offering similar roles.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 2 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 85 | 83 |
| 3 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 85 | 82 |
| 4 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 85 | 81 |
| 8 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 83 | 81 |
| 10 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 84 | 81 |
| 11 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Bryan Cristante
≈ 100% Bryan Cristante · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Bryan Cristante · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Bryan Cristante · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Bryan Cristante?
Matías Vecino (Lazio) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.1m with a 81/100 match to Bryan Cristante.
Who is the best-value alternative to Bryan Cristante?
Pepelu offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €7.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Bryan Cristante?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Bryan Cristante'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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