Cheaper alternatives to Benjamin Bouchouari
CM/CDMSaint-Étienne · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBenjamin Bouchouari's profile ↗
Benjamin Bouchouari is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Saint-Étienne in Ligue 2, with 17 appearances during the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Bouchouari, players like Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim, valued at €1m with a fit score of 82/100, and Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, also valued at €1m with a fit score of 81/100, may be suitable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 83 | 82 |
| 2 | Bruno Zapellisimilar↗ | Athletico | 24 | €4.7m | 82 | 81 |
| 3 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 83 | 81 |
| 4 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 77 | 81 |
| 5 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 82 | 81 |
| 6 | Marc Domenechsimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €700k | 91 | 81 |
| 7 | Florian Neuhaussimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 29 | €2.7m | 85 | 81 |
| 8 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 82 | 80 |
| 9 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 85 | 80 |
| 10 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 82 | 80 |
| 11 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 78 | 80 |
| 12 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 81 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Benjamin Bouchouari
≈ 100% Benjamin Bouchouari · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Benjamin Bouchouari · strong: Key passes, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Benjamin Bouchouari · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Benjamin Bouchouari?
Alexandru Maxim (Gaziantep FK) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 80/100 match to Benjamin Bouchouari.
Who is the best-value alternative to Benjamin Bouchouari?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Benjamin Bouchouari?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Benjamin Bouchouari'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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