Cheaper alternatives to Rodrigo Zalazar
CAM/CMSporting Braga · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRodrigo Zalazar's profile ↗
Rodrigo Zalazar is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for Sporting Braga in the Primeira Liga, where he made 28 appearances, scoring 16 goals and providing 5 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Zalazar, Sami Ouaissa from NEC Nijmegen stands out with a fit score of 88/100 and a market value of €8m. Other budget alternatives include Chris Führich from VfB Stuttgart and Eliesse Ben Seghir from AS Monaco, both offering strong performances at lower price points.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 88 |
| 2 | Brajan Grudasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 22 | €29m | 94 | 87 |
| 3 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 94 | 87 |
| 4 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 94 | 86 |
| 5 | Alejandro Garnachosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 22 | €26m | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Charles De Ketelaeresimilar↗ | Atalanta | 25 | €27m | 96 | 86 |
| 7 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 88 | 86 |
| 9 | Justin Kluivertsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 27 | €24m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | Cyril Ngongesimilar↗ | SSC Napoli | 26 | €6.8m | 94 | 86 |
| 11 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 12 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 93 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rodrigo Zalazar
≈ 100% Rodrigo Zalazar · strong: Successful dribbles, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Rodrigo Zalazar · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Rodrigo Zalazar · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Rodrigo Zalazar?
Mohamed Ihattaren (Fortuna Sittard) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €3.2m with a 86/100 match to Rodrigo Zalazar.
Who is the best-value alternative to Rodrigo Zalazar?
Sami Ouaissa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €8.2m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Rodrigo Zalazar?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Rodrigo Zalazar'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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