Rafael Bauzà alternatives
CMEspanyol · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRafael Bauzà's profile ↗
Rafael Bauzà is a central midfielder for Espanyol in La Liga, having made 38 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 4 goals and 3 assists. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Bauzà, players like Thijs Oosting from PEC Zwolle, Andrea Franzoni from Virtus Entella, and Frederik Schmahl from SV 07 Elversberg all have a fit score of 84/100 and a market value of €1m, while Manolo Portanova from Reggiana offers a budget option at €0m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 86 | 84 |
| 2 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 90 | 84 |
| 3 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 87 | 84 |
| 5 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 85 | 83 |
| 7 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | FC Twente | 29 | €700k | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 83 | 82 |
| 11 | Ulrik Mathisensimilar↗ | SK Brann | 27 | €700k | 85 | 82 |
| 12 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 84 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rafael Bauzà
≈ 100% Rafael Bauzà · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Rafael Bauzà · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Rafael Bauzà · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Rafael Bauzà?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 84/100 match to Rafael Bauzà.
Who is the best-value alternative to Rafael Bauzà?
Thijs Oosting offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Rafael Bauzà?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Rafael Bauzà'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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