Maximilien Balard alternatives
CM/CDMNAC Breda · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMaximilien Balard's profile ↗
Maximilien Balard is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for NAC Breda in the Eredivisie, with 32 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Balard, consider Alejandro Meléndez from Albacete Balompié, who scored a fit score of 81/100, or Abdellah Baallal from Clermont Foot, with a fit score of 80/100, both valued at €0m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alejandro Meléndezsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 27 | €400k | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 87 | 79 |
| 4 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 89 | 79 |
| 5 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 24 | €800k | 86 | 78 |
| 6 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Empoli | 24 | €700k | 86 | 78 |
| 7 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 84 | 78 |
| 8 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 85 | 78 |
| 9 | Iyad Mohamedsimilar↗ | Casa Pia | 25 | €400k | 87 | 78 |
| 10 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 79 | 78 |
| 11 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 76 | 78 |
| 12 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 86 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
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FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Maximilien Balard?
Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 80/100 match to Maximilien Balard.
Who is the best-value alternative to Maximilien Balard?
Alejandro Meléndez offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €400k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Maximilien Balard?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Maximilien Balard'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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