Cheaper alternatives to Marc Cucurella
LBChelsea · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarc Cucurella's profile ↗
Marc Cucurella is a left-back for Chelsea in the Premier League, with 34 appearances, 1 goal, and 4 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Cucurella, players such as Sergi Cardona from Villarreal, valued at €9m with a fit score of 87/100, and Maximilian Wittek from VfL Bochum, valued at €1m with a fit score of 85/100, present viable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Leeds United | 30 | €3.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 86 | 84 |
| 5 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Cristiano Biraghisimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 34 | €900k | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 86 | 83 |
| 8 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 85 | 83 |
| 9 | Matthieu Udolsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 30 | €7.7m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Quilindschy Hartmansimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €16m | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Martin Fresesimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €2.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marc Cucurella
≈ 100% Marc Cucurella · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Marc Cucurella · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Marc Cucurella · strong: Sofascore rating, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Marc Cucurella?
Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 84/100 match to Marc Cucurella.
Who is the best-value alternative to Marc Cucurella?
Sergi Cardona offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €8.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Marc Cucurella?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Marc Cucurella'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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