Federico Valverde alternatives
CM/CDM/RBReal Madrid · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFederico Valverde's profile ↗
Federico Valverde is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Real Madrid in La Liga, aged 28, with a market value of €87m. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Valverde, Gjivai Zechiël from Feyenoord, valued at €10m, and Ivan Ilić from Lecce, valued at €7m, both offer strong fits with scores of 88/100 and 87/100, respectively. Additionally, Kevin Stöger from Borussia M'gladbach and Douglas Luiz from Juventus are budget-friendly options, valued at €2m and €19m, with fit scores of 86/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 93 | 88 |
| 2 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €6.8m | 94 | 87 |
| 3 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €19m | 95 | 86 |
| 5 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 94 | 86 |
| 6 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 87 | 86 |
| 8 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €13m | 94 | 86 |
| 9 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 95 | 86 |
| 10 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 89 | 86 |
| 11 | Harvey Elliottsimilar↗ | Valencia | 23 | €21m | 93 | 86 |
| 12 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 89 | 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 (Borussia M'gladbach) 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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