Cheaper alternatives to Felipe Loyola
CM/CDM/RBCA Independiente · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitFelipe Loyola's profile ↗
Felipe Loyola is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for CA Independiente in the Argentine Liga Profesional, with 31 appearances in 2025. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Loyola, Noah Naujoks and Irakli Yegoian from Excelsior both offer similar roles at lower market values of €1m and €2m, respectively, with fit scores of 84/100. Additionally, Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp and Arno Verschueren from SC Telstar and Sparta Rotterdam also provide budget options, valued at €2m and €1m, with fit scores of 83/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 82 | 85 |
| 2 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 86 | 84 |
| 3 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 89 | 83 |
| 4 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 85 | 83 |
| 5 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 87 | 83 |
| 6 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 84 | 82 |
| 9 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 84 | 82 |
| 10 | Ibrahim Olawoyinsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 29 | €2.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 82 | 82 |
| 12 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 83 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Felipe Loyola
≈ 100% Felipe Loyola · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Felipe Loyola · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Felipe Loyola · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Felipe Loyola?
Charlie Patiño (Swansea City) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 82/100 match to Felipe Loyola.
Who is the best-value alternative to Felipe Loyola?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Felipe Loyola?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Felipe Loyola'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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