Cheaper alternatives to Mohamed Kaba
CM/CDMLecce · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMohamed Kaba's profile ↗
Mohamed Kaba is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Lecce in the Serie A, with 12 appearances and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Kaba, Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 83/100, or Justin Lonwijk from Fortuna Sittard, also valued at €1m with a fit score of 80/100, could be suitable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 80 | 83 |
| 2 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 85 | 81 |
| 3 | Justin Lonwijksimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €800k | 85 | 81 |
| 4 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 85 | 81 |
| 5 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 83 | 80 |
| 6 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 82 | 80 |
| 7 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 81 | 80 |
| 8 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 86 | 80 |
| 9 | Jon Guridisimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 31 | €1.7m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 82 | 79 |
| 11 | Emre Akbabasimilar↗ | Adana Demirspor | 34 | €400k | 84 | 79 |
| 12 | Ayoni Santossimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 21 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mohamed Kaba
≈ 100% Mohamed Kaba · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Mohamed Kaba · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Mohamed Kaba · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Mohamed Kaba?
Justin Lonwijk (Fortuna Sittard) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 81/100 match to Mohamed Kaba.
Who is the best-value alternative to Mohamed Kaba?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Mohamed Kaba?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Mohamed Kaba'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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