Cheaper alternatives to Javier Rueda
RB/RMAlbacete Balompié · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJavier Rueda's profile ↗
Javier Rueda is a right-back/right midfielder for Albacete Balompié in LaLiga 2, where he has made 26 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 6 assists. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Rueda, consider Aron Dønnum from Toulouse, valued at €5m with a fit score of 87, or Sidny Lopes Cabral from Benfica, valued at €4m with a fit score of 86. Deian Sorescu from Gaziantep FK also presents a budget alternative at €2m with a fit score of 86.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aron Dønnumsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 28 | €5.4m | 93 | 87 |
| 2 | Sidny Lopes Cabralsimilar↗ | Benfica | 24 | €4.1m | 90 | 86 |
| 3 | Deian Sorescusimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.6m | 88 | 86 |
| 4 | Aitor Ruibalsimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €3.9m | 94 | 85 |
| 5 | Denso Kasiussimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 24 | €5.8m | 94 | 85 |
| 6 | Joshua Brenetsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 32 | €900k | 94 | 84 |
| 7 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 8 | Jonathan Clausssimilar↗ | Nice | 34 | €3.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Salvatore Eliasimilar↗ | Empoli | 27 | €2.3m | 87 | 84 |
| 10 | Chiedozie Ogbenesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 29 | €3.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Tanguy Coulibalysimilar↗ | Montpellier | 25 | €1.3m | 85 | 84 |
| 12 | Tommaso Marrassimilar↗ | Mantova | 22 | €1.4m | 87 | 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: xG + xA, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Javier Rueda · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Javier Rueda?
Joshua Brenet (FC Twente) 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 back) 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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