Cheaper alternatives to Lewis Ferguson
CM/CDM/CAMBologna · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLewis Ferguson's profile ↗
Lewis Ferguson is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Bologna in Serie A, with 27 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Ferguson, players like Pepelu from Valencia, valued at €7m with a fit score of 81/100, and Kevin Sessa of 1. FC Heidenheim, valued at €1m with a fit score of 80/100, offer similar roles at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 88 | 81 |
| 2 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 82 | 81 |
| 3 | Daan Heymanssimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 27 | €6.5m | 81 | 79 |
| 4 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 89 | 79 |
| 5 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 83 | 79 |
| 6 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 82 | 79 |
| 7 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 29 | €8.6m | 87 | 78 |
| 8 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 78 | 78 |
| 9 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 80 | 78 |
| 10 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 74 | 78 |
| 11 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 82 | 78 |
| 12 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 80 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lewis Ferguson
≈ 100% Lewis Ferguson · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Lewis Ferguson · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Lewis Ferguson · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Lewis Ferguson?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 81/100 match to Lewis Ferguson.
Who is the best-value alternative to Lewis Ferguson?
Pepelu offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €7.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Lewis Ferguson?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Lewis Ferguson'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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