Cheaper alternatives to Rodri
CDM/CMManchester City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRodri's profile ↗
Rodri is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Manchester City in the Premier League, with 21 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Rodri, Pepelu from Valencia offers a fit score of 84/100 at a market value of €7m, while Samu from Vizela is a budget alternative valued at €2m with a fit score of 83/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 2 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 92 | 83 |
| 3 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 4 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 87 | 83 |
| 6 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 86 | 83 |
| 7 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 92 | 83 |
| 8 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 84 | 82 |
| 10 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Lucas Paquetásimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €36m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 91 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rodri
≈ 100% Rodri · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Rodri · strong: Sofascore rating, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Touches /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Rodri · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Rodri?
Pascal Groß (Brighton & Hove Albion) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €2.3m with a 83/100 match to Rodri.
Who is the best-value alternative to Rodri?
Pepelu offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €7.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Rodri?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Rodri'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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