Cheaper alternatives to Fernando Calero
CBEspanyol · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFernando Calero's profile ↗
Fernando Calero is a centre-back for Espanyol in LaLiga 2, with 28 appearances and 2150 minutes played in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Calero, consider Anselmo Garcia McNulty of PEC Zwolle, valued at €1m with a fit score of 85/100, or Justin Hubner from Fortuna Sittard, also valued at €1m with a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 2 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 85 | 84 |
| 4 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 85 | 84 |
| 5 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 85 | 83 |
| 7 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 86 | 82 |
| 8 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 85 | 82 |
| 10 | Anton Tanghesimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 27 | €700k | 82 | 82 |
| 11 | Simon Gravessimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 27 | €1.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 81 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fernando Calero
≈ 100% Fernando Calero · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Fernando Calero · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Fernando Calero · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Fernando Calero?
Miguel Nóbrega (Rio Ave) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 82/100 match to Fernando Calero.
Who is the best-value alternative to Fernando Calero?
Anselmo Garcia McNulty offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Fernando Calero?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Fernando Calero'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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