Cheaper alternatives to Nicolò Barella
CMInter · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolò Barella's profile ↗
Nicolò Barella is a central midfielder for Inter in Serie A, with 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 3 goals and 8 assists. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Barella, consider Kevin Stöger from VfL Bochum, who boasts a fit score of 90/100 and a market value of €2m, or Mohamed Ihattaren of Fortuna Sittard, with a fit score of 89/100 and a value of €3m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 98 | 90 |
| 2 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 92 | 89 |
| 3 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 95 | 89 |
| 4 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 96 | 89 |
| 5 | Romano Schmidsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 26 | €17m | 94 | 89 |
| 6 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 23 | €43m | 95 | 87 |
| 7 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 93 | 87 |
| 8 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 97 | 87 |
| 9 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 94 | 87 |
| 10 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 96 | 87 |
| 11 | Senny Mayulusimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | €38m | 93 | 87 |
| 12 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 96 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolò Barella
≈ 100% Nicolò Barella · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Nicolò Barella · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Nicolò Barella · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nicolò Barella?
Kevin Stöger (VfL Bochum 1848) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.9m with a 90/100 match to Nicolò Barella.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nicolò Barella?
Kevin Stöger offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 90/100 at about €1.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nicolò Barella?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Nicolò Barella'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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