Cheaper alternatives to Michael Folorunsho
CM/CAMCagliari · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMichael Folorunsho's profile ↗
Michael Folorunsho is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Cagliari in Serie A, with 27 appearances and 2 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Folorunsho, players like Jakob Napoleon Romsaas from RC Sporting Charleroi and Noah Naujoks from Excelsior both offer a similar role at a market value of €1m, achieving fit scores of 86/100 and 85/100 respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 89 | 86 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 87 | 85 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 4 | Tanguy Coulibalysimilar↗ | Montpellier | 25 | €1.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Mathias Honsaksimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 30 | €1.6m | 93 | 83 |
| 6 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 81 | 83 |
| 7 | Bilal Bafdilisimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €900k | 84 | 83 |
| 8 | Gaetano Oristaniosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €4.5m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Dal Varešanovićsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 25 | €1.3m | 82 | 82 |
| 11 | Drissa Camarasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 24 | €3.6m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Michael Folorunsho
≈ 100% Michael Folorunsho · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Michael Folorunsho · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Michael Folorunsho · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Michael Folorunsho?
Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 83/100 match to Michael Folorunsho.
Who is the best-value alternative to Michael Folorunsho?
Jakob Napoleon Romsaas offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Michael Folorunsho?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Michael Folorunsho'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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