Javier Rueda alternatives
RM/RBCelta Vigo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJavier Rueda's profile ↗
Javier Rueda is a right midfielder/right-back for Celta Vigo in La Liga, with 26 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 6 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Rueda, consider Aron Dønnum of Toulouse, valued at €5m with a fit score of 87/100, or Luis Rioja from Valencia, who offers a budget option at €2m with a fit score of 86/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aron Dønnumsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 28 | €5.4m | 93 | 87 |
| 2 | Luis Riojasimilar↗ | Valencia | 33 | €1.9m | 93 | 86 |
| 3 | Sidny Lopes Cabralsimilar↗ | Benfica | 24 | €4.1m | 90 | 86 |
| 4 | Deian Sorescusimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.6m | 88 | 86 |
| 5 | Aitor Ruibalsimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €3.9m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Denso Kasiussimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 24 | €5.8m | 94 | 85 |
| 7 | Joshua Brenetsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €900k | 94 | 84 |
| 8 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Jonathan Clausssimilar↗ | Nice | 34 | €3.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Salvatore Eliasimilar↗ | Empoli | 27 | €2.3m | 87 | 84 |
| 11 | Chiedozie Ogbenesimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 29 | €3.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Tanguy Coulibalysimilar↗ | Samsunspor | 25 | €1.3m | 85 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Javier Rueda
≈ 100% Javier Rueda · strong: Successful dribbles, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Javier Rueda · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Javier Rueda · strong: xG + xA, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Javier Rueda?
Joshua Brenet (Kayserispor) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €900k with a 84/100 match to Javier Rueda.
Who is the best-value alternative to Javier Rueda?
Aron Dønnum offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €5.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Javier Rueda?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (right midfielder) by how closely they match Javier Rueda'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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