Cheaper alternatives to Federico Valverde
CM/RB/CDMReal Madrid · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFederico Valverde's profile ↗
Federico Valverde is a central midfielder/right-back for Real Madrid in La Liga, boasting 33 appearances, 5 goals, and 8 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Valverde, Gjivai Zechiël from FC Utrecht offers a fit score of 88/100 at a market value of €10m, while Ivan Ilić from Torino has a fit score of 87/100 and a value of €7m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 93 | 88 |
| 2 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 94 | 87 |
| 3 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 95 | 86 |
| 4 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 28 | €19m | 95 | 86 |
| 6 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 87 | 86 |
| 8 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Atalanta | 28 | €13m | 94 | 86 |
| 9 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 94 | 86 |
| 10 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 89 | 86 |
| 11 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Fábio Vieirasimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 26 | €17m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Federico Valverde
≈ 100% Federico Valverde · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Federico Valverde · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Federico Valverde · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Federico Valverde?
Kevin Stöger (VfL Bochum 1848) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.9m with a 86/100 match to Federico Valverde.
Who is the best-value alternative to Federico Valverde?
Gjivai Zechiël offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €11m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Federico Valverde?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Federico Valverde'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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