Mandela Keita alternatives
CM/CDMParma · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMandela Keita's profile ↗
Mandela Keita is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Parma in Serie A, with 37 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Keita, consider Daniel Requena from Levante UD, who has a fit score of 81/100 and a market value of €1m, or Ugo Raghouber from Burnley, valued at €3m with a fit score of 80/100. Other options include Jocelyn Janneh from Bastia and Noah Mbamba from Lorient, both valued at €1m and €2m respectively, each with a fit score of 80/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 2 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | Burnley | 23 | €2.8m | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 4 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Jandro Orellanasimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 26 | €1.0m | 89 | 79 |
| 6 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €1.3m | 90 | 79 |
| 7 | Balthazar Pierretsimilar↗ | Nantes | 26 | €1.5m | 90 | 78 |
| 8 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 85 | 78 |
| 9 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 21 | €2.1m | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 78 | 78 |
| 11 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 85 | 78 |
| 12 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 84 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mandela Keita
≈ 100% Mandela Keita · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Mandela Keita · strong: Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Mandela Keita · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Mandela Keita?
Jocelyn Janneh (Bastia) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 80/100 match to Mandela Keita.
Who is the best-value alternative to Mandela Keita?
Daniel Requena offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Mandela Keita?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Mandela Keita'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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