Cheaper alternatives to Lamine Fomba
CM/CDMSaint-Étienne · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitLamine Fomba's profile ↗
Lamine Fomba is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Saint-Étienne in Ligue 2, with 28 appearances and 1214 minutes played in the 2023/24 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Fomba, consider Frederik Schmahl from SV 07 Elversberg, who has a fit score of 84/100 and a market value of €1m, or Marvin Mehlem from Darmstadt 98, with a fit score of 81/100 also valued at €1m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Lamine Fomba
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 2 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 85 | 81 |
| 3 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 83 | 81 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 81 | 81 |
| 5 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 83 | 81 |
| 6 | Ulrik Mathisensimilar↗ | SK Brann | 27 | €700k | 82 | 80 |
| 7 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 86 | 80 |
| 8 | Selu Diallosimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 78 | 79 |
| 10 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 89 | 79 |
| 11 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 80 | 79 |
| 12 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 78 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lamine Fomba
≈ 100% Lamine Fomba · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Lamine Fomba · strong: Non-penalty goals, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Lamine Fomba · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Lamine Fomba?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 81/100 match to Lamine Fomba.
Who is the best-value alternative to Lamine Fomba?
Frederik Schmahl offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Lamine Fomba?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Lamine Fomba'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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