Cheaper alternatives to Ismael Saibari
CM/CAMPSV Eindhoven · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsmael Saibari's profile ↗
Ismael Saibari is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for PSV Eindhoven in the Eredivisie, with 27 appearances, 15 goals, and 8 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Saibari, consider Sami Ouaissa of NEC Nijmegen, valued at €8m, or Mohamed Ihattaren from Fortuna Sittard, with a market value of €3m. Both players have a fit score of 88/100, making them suitable budget options for a similar role.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 93 | 88 |
| 2 | Alejandro Garnachosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 22 | €26m | 93 | 88 |
| 3 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 91 | 88 |
| 4 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 96 | 88 |
| 5 | Brajan Grudasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 22 | €29m | 95 | 88 |
| 6 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 93 | 87 |
| 7 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 23 | €43m | 95 | 87 |
| 8 | Justin Kluivertsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 27 | €24m | 95 | 87 |
| 9 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 94 | 87 |
| 10 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 96 | 87 |
| 11 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 92 | 86 |
| 12 | Paulo Dybalasimilar↗ | AS Roma | 33 | €5.2m | 96 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ismael Saibari
≈ 100% Ismael Saibari · strong: Successful dribbles, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Ismael Saibari · strong: Shots, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Ismael Saibari · strong: Shots, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ismael Saibari?
Mohamed Ihattaren (Fortuna Sittard) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €3.2m with a 88/100 match to Ismael Saibari.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ismael Saibari?
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 Ismael Saibari?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Ismael Saibari'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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