Cheaper alternatives to Ismael Koné
CMWatford · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsmael Koné's profile ↗
Ismael Koné is a central midfielder for Watford in the Championship, with 35 appearances and 6 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Koné, consider Mohamed Nassoh from NAC Breda, valued at €1m with a fit score of 87/100, or John Swift of West Bromwich Albion, also valued at €1m and a fit score of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 91 | 87 |
| 2 | Fábio Vieirasimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 26 | €17m | 93 | 87 |
| 3 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 87 | 86 |
| 4 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 88 | 85 |
| 8 | Lazar Samardžićsimilar↗ | Udinese | 24 | €16m | 91 | 85 |
| 9 | Florent Muslijasimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 28 | €1.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Luis Hasasimilar↗ | Carrarese | 22 | €4.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Oscar Gloukhsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 22 | €13m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Steven Berghuissimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 35 | €2.1m | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ismael Koné
≈ 100% Ismael Koné · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Ismael Koné · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Ismael Koné · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ismael Koné?
Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 87/100 match to Ismael Koné.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ismael Koné?
Mohamed Nassoh offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ismael Koné?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Ismael Koné'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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