Cheaper alternatives to Issa Doumbia
CMVenezia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIssa Doumbia's profile ↗
Issa Doumbia is a central midfielder for Venezia in Serie B, having made 37 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 8 goals and 5 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Doumbia, Kristian Hlynsson (FC Twente, €6m, fit 89/100) and Mohamed Ihattaren (Fortuna Sittard, €3m, fit 89/100) present strong options, along with Ryoya Morishita (Blackburn Rovers, €2m, fit 88/100) and Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda, €1m, fit 87/100).
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 92 | 89 |
| 2 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 92 | 89 |
| 3 | Ryoya Morishitasimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €2.1m | 96 | 88 |
| 4 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 93 | 87 |
| 5 | Husseyn Chakrounsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 22 | €1.7m | 93 | 87 |
| 6 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 91 | 87 |
| 7 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 87 | 87 |
| 8 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 9 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 91 | 87 |
| 10 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 91 | 86 |
| 12 | Gonzalo Maronisimilar↗ | Tigre | 27 | €1.9m | 93 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Issa Doumbia
≈ 100% Issa Doumbia · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Issa Doumbia · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Issa Doumbia · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Issa Doumbia?
Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 87/100 match to Issa Doumbia.
Who is the best-value alternative to Issa Doumbia?
Kristian Hlynsson offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 89/100 at about €5.7m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Issa Doumbia?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Issa Doumbia'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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