Cheaper alternatives to Marcelo
CBMoreirense · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarcelo's profile ↗
Marcelo is a centre-back for Moreirense in the Primeira Liga, with 12 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Marcelo, consider Tiago Gabriel from Lecce, valued at €15m with a fit score of 88/100, or Cacá from Corinthians, priced at €2m with a fit score of 86/100. Other budget options include Andrea Tiritiello and Maximilian Großer, both offering solid performances at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 96 | 88 |
| 2 | Cacásimilar↗ | Corinthians | 27 | €1.5m | 87 | 86 |
| 3 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 88 | 86 |
| 4 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 89 | 86 |
| 5 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 86 | 84 |
| 8 | Thomas Kellersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 27 | €1.3m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 84 | 84 |
| 10 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 85 | 84 |
| 11 | Filippo Delli Carrisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €1.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marcelo
≈ 100% Marcelo · strong: Duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Marcelo · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Marcelo · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Marcelo?
Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 86/100 match to Marcelo.
Who is the best-value alternative to Marcelo?
Tiago Gabriel offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €15m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Marcelo?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Marcelo'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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