Alan Javier Franco alternatives
CBSão Paulo · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlan Javier Franco's profile ↗
Alan Javier Franco is a centre-back for São Paulo in the BRA-Serie A, with 13 appearances and a market value of €4m. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Franco, Linus Gechter from Hertha BSC (GER-2. Bundesliga) offers a strong fit score of 84/100 at €3m. Additionally, Anselmo Garcia McNulty from PEC Zwolle (NED-Eredivisie) and Matia Barzić from Cultural Leonesa (ESP-LaLiga 2) are budget alternatives valued at €1m each, providing solid options in a similar role.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Linus Gechtersimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 22 | €3.2m | 84 | 84 |
| 2 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 3 | Matia Barzićsimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 22 | €900k | 93 | 82 |
| 4 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 84 | 82 |
| 5 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 79 | 81 |
| 6 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 27 | €3.3m | 84 | 81 |
| 7 | David Zecsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 26 | €2.3m | 82 | 80 |
| 8 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 86 | 80 |
| 9 | Loïc Mbe Sohsimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €1.9m | 89 | 80 |
| 10 | Kaare Barslundsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 22 | €600k | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Martin Gjonesimilar↗ | HamKam | 21 | €700k | 81 | 80 |
| 12 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 37 | €300k | 82 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alan Javier Franco
≈ 100% Alan Javier Franco · strong: xG + xA, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Alan Javier Franco · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Alan Javier Franco · low reliability
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Alan Javier Franco?
Matia Barzić (Cultural Leonesa) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €900k with a 82/100 match to Alan Javier Franco.
Who is the best-value alternative to Alan Javier Franco?
Linus Gechter offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €3.2m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Alan Javier Franco?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Alan Javier Franco'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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