Cheaper alternatives to Metinho
CM/CDMSparta Rotterdam · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitMetinho's profile ↗
Metinho is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sparta Rotterdam in the Eredivisie, aged 23, with a market value of €9m. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Metinho, consider Eric Ebimbe from Eintracht Frankfurt, valued at €6m, or Irakli Yegoian of Excelsior, valued at €2m, both achieving a fit score of 82/100. Additionally, Filip Krastev from PEC Zwolle and Noah Naujoks from Excelsior offer budget options at €3m and €1m, respectively, with similar fit scores.
12 cheaper alternatives to Metinho
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 84 | 82 |
| 2 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 84 | 82 |
| 3 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 84 | 82 |
| 4 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 77 | 81 |
| 5 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 82 | 80 |
| 8 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 80 | 80 |
| 9 | Yassin Oukilisimilar↗ | RKC Waalwijk | 25 | €700k | 93 | 80 |
| 10 | Jacopo Fazzinisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €8.2m | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 87 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Metinho
≈ 100% Metinho · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Metinho · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Metinho · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Metinho?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 80/100 match to Metinho.
Who is the best-value alternative to Metinho?
Eric Ebimbe offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €6.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Metinho?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Metinho'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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