Cheaper alternatives to Zico Buurmeester
CM/CDMPEC Zwolle · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitZico Buurmeester's profile ↗
Zico Buurmeester is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for PEC Zwolle in the Eredivisie, with 23 appearances and 2 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those searching for a cheaper alternative to Buurmeester, consider Thomas Van den Keybus from KVC Westerlo, who has a fit score of 83/100, or Kevin Sessa of 1. FC Heidenheim, also with a fit score of 83/100. Both players offer similar roles at a market value of €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 85 | 83 |
| 3 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 4 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 84 | 82 |
| 5 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 86 | 82 |
| 6 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 85 | 82 |
| 8 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €200k | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 84 | 81 |
| 11 | Roman Kvetsimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €1.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zico Buurmeester
≈ 100% Zico Buurmeester · strong: Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Zico Buurmeester · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Zico Buurmeester · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Zico Buurmeester?
Bruno Henrique (Internacional) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 81/100 match to Zico Buurmeester.
Who is the best-value alternative to Zico Buurmeester?
Thomas Van den Keybus offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Zico Buurmeester?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Zico Buurmeester'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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