Cheaper alternatives to Alex Sala
CM/CDMCórdoba · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlex Sala's profile ↗
Alex Sala is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Córdoba in LaLiga 2, where he has made 37 appearances, contributing 5 goals and 5 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Sala, Görkem Sağlam from Hatayspor offers a similar role with a fit score of 87/100 at the same market value of €1m. Additionally, Clint Leemans and Jens Toornstra, both playing in the Eredivisie, provide budget options with fit scores of 85/100 and 84/100, respectively, and lower market values.
12 cheaper alternatives to Alex Sala
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 93 | 87 |
| 2 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €200k | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Lecce | 30 | €900k | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 88 | 84 |
| 6 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 7 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 85 | 83 |
| 9 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 84 | 82 |
| 11 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 83 | 82 |
| 12 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alex Sala
≈ 100% Alex Sala · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Alex Sala · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Alex Sala · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Alex Sala?
Jens Toornstra (FC Utrecht) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 84/100 match to Alex Sala.
Who is the best-value alternative to Alex Sala?
Görkem Sağlam offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Alex Sala?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Alex Sala'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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