Cheaper alternatives to Francesco Acerbi
CBInter · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFrancesco Acerbi's profile ↗
The best budget alternatives to Francesco Acerbi are Jeffrey Gouweleeuw, Jubal, Isaak Touré. Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (FC Augsburg) rates 79/100 as a match at about €1.0m, below Francesco Acerbi's ~€1.9m. Data as of July 2026.
12 cheaper alternatives to Francesco Acerbi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 82 | 79 |
| 2 | Jubalsimilar↗ | Auxerre | 33 | €1.6m | 78 | 78 |
| 3 | Isaak Tourésimilar↗ | Lorient | 23 | €1.3m | 75 | 77 |
| 4 | John Brookssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 33 | €200k | 79 | 77 |
| 5 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 80 | 76 |
| 6 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 83 | 76 |
| 7 | Ivan Ordetssimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 34 | €700k | 77 | 76 |
| 8 | Samuel Gigotsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 33 | €1.1m | 79 | 76 |
| 9 | Pedro Bigassimilar↗ | Elche | 36 | €300k | 86 | 75 |
| 10 | Craig Dawsonsimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 36 | €600k | 86 | 75 |
| 11 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 30 | €1.0m | 77 | 75 |
| 12 | Mats Hummelssimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 38 | €500k* | 75 | 75 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Francesco Acerbi
≈ 100% Francesco Acerbi · strong: Accurate long balls, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Francesco Acerbi · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Francesco Acerbi · strong: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Francesco Acerbi?
John Brooks (TSG Hoffenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 77/100 match to Francesco Acerbi.
Who is the best-value alternative to Francesco Acerbi?
Jeffrey Gouweleeuw offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 79/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Francesco Acerbi?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Francesco Acerbi's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, big-5 and more, last 3 seasons.
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