Cheaper alternatives to Rodrigo Mendoza
CMElche · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRodrigo Mendoza's profile ↗
Rodrigo Mendoza is a central midfielder for Elche in LaLiga 2, with 24 appearances and 1 goal during the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Mendoza, consider Romano Schmid of SV Werder Bremen, valued at €16m with a fit score of 87, or Mohamed Ihattaren from Fortuna Sittard, priced at €3m and a fit score of 86. Other budget options include Mohamed Nassoh of NAC Breda at €1m and Bruno Zapelli from Athletico at €5m, both with fit scores of 86 and 85, respectively.
Building your XI? Put Rodrigo Mendoza in a lineup and get the whole team rated on real data.Build a lineup →12 cheaper alternatives to Rodrigo Mendoza
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Romano Schmidsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 26 | €17m | 91 | 87 |
| 2 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 88 | 86 |
| 3 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 90 | 86 |
| 4 | Bruno Zapellisimilar↗ | Athletico | 24 | €4.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 88 | 85 |
| 8 | Gaetano Oristaniosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €4.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Pablo Torresimilar↗ | Mallorca | 23 | €4.9m | 93 | 85 |
| 12 | Oscar Gloukhsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 22 | €13m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rodrigo Mendoza
≈ 100% Rodrigo Mendoza · strong: Possession won in att. third, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Rodrigo Mendoza · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Rodrigo Mendoza · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Rodrigo Mendoza?
Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 86/100 match to Rodrigo Mendoza.
Who is the best-value alternative to Rodrigo Mendoza?
Romano Schmid offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €17m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Rodrigo Mendoza?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Rodrigo Mendoza's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, top leagues across Europe and South America, last 3 seasons.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →