Cheaper alternatives to Louis Leroux
CDMNantes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLouis Leroux's profile ↗
Louis Leroux is a defensive midfielder for Nantes in Ligue 1, with 23 appearances, 1 goal, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Leroux, consider Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim, valued at €1m with a fit score of 84/100, or Rafael Lubach from 1. FC Nürnberg, valued at €3m with the same fit score.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 86 | 84 |
| 2 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 85 | 84 |
| 3 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 4 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 86 | 83 |
| 5 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 86 | 82 |
| 6 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 84 | 82 |
| 7 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 83 | 82 |
| 8 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 83 | 81 |
| 9 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 83 | 81 |
| 10 | Emirhan İlkhansimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 22 | €6.3m | 89 | 81 |
| 11 | Nathan-Dylan Salibasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 22 | €6.9m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Louis Leroux
≈ 100% Louis Leroux · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Louis Leroux · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Louis Leroux · strong: Accurate crosses, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Louis Leroux?
Charlie Patiño (Swansea City) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 82/100 match to Louis Leroux.
Who is the best-value alternative to Louis Leroux?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Louis Leroux?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Louis Leroux'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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