Cheaper alternatives to Carlos Baleba
CM/CDMBrighton & Hove Albion · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCarlos Baleba's profile ↗
Carlos Baleba is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League, with 31 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Baleba, Abdoulaye Touré from Le Havre and Eric Ebimbe from Eintracht Frankfurt both offer similar roles, with fit scores of 81/100 and market values of €2m and €6m, respectively. Other options include Makaya Ibrahima Diaby and Mattias Svanberg, providing budget-friendly alternatives.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 2 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 83 | 81 |
| 3 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 88 | 80 |
| 4 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 84 | 79 |
| 5 | Rocco Reitzsimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 24 | €22m | 86 | 79 |
| 6 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 74 | 79 |
| 7 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 82 | 79 |
| 8 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 86 | 79 |
| 9 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 85 | 79 |
| 10 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 80 | 79 |
| 11 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 79 | 78 |
| 12 | Stije Resinksimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 23 | €7.6m | 90 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Carlos Baleba
≈ 100% Carlos Baleba · strong: xG + xA, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won %, Shots /90
≈ 100% Carlos Baleba · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Carlos Baleba · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Carlos Baleba?
Noah Naujoks (Excelsior) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.4m with a 79/100 match to Carlos Baleba.
Who is the best-value alternative to Carlos Baleba?
Abdoulaye Touré offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €2.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Carlos Baleba?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Carlos Baleba'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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