Cheaper alternatives to Zidane Iqbal
CM/CDMFC Utrecht · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitZidane Iqbal's profile ↗
Zidane Iqbal is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for FC Utrecht in the Eredivisie, with 18 appearances and 1 goal in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Iqbal, consider Mohamed Nassoh from NAC Breda, who has a fit score of 84/100 and a market value of €1m, or John Swift of West Bromwich Albion, with a fit score of 83/100, also valued at €1m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Zidane Iqbal
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 87 | 84 |
| 2 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 87 | 83 |
| 3 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 86 | 83 |
| 4 | Marc Domenechsimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €700k | 95 | 83 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 84 | 83 |
| 6 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 85 | 82 |
| 7 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 37 | €200k | 92 | 82 |
| 8 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 85 | 82 |
| 9 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 84 | 81 |
| 12 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 84 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zidane Iqbal
≈ 100% Zidane Iqbal · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Zidane Iqbal · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Zidane Iqbal · strong: Key passes, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Zidane Iqbal?
Barry Bannan (Sheffield Wednesday) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 82/100 match to Zidane Iqbal.
Who is the best-value alternative to Zidane Iqbal?
Mohamed Nassoh offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Zidane Iqbal?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Zidane Iqbal'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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