Cheaper alternatives to Lucas Silva
CM/CDMCruzeiro · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitLucas Silva's profile ↗
The best budget alternatives to Lucas Silva are Barry Bannan, Kreshnik Krasniqi, Petter Strand. Barry Bannan (Sheffield Wednesday) rates 79/100 as a match at about €200k, below Lucas Silva's ~€410k. Data as of July 2026.
6 cheaper alternatives to Lucas Silva
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 37 | €200k | 85 | 79 |
| 2 | Kreshnik Krasniqisimilar↗ | Strømsgodset | 26 | €400k | 87 | 78 |
| 3 | Petter Strandsimilar↗ | Vålerenga IF | 32 | €400k | 80 | 78 |
| 4 | José Sosasimilar↗ | Estudiantes de La Plata | 41 | €100k | 84 | 78 |
| 5 | Harun Ibrahimsimilar↗ | GAIS | 23 | €400k | 84 | 78 |
| 6 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 76 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lucas Silva
≈ 100% Lucas Silva · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Lucas Silva · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Lucas Silva · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Lucas Silva?
José Sosa (Estudiantes de La Plata) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 78/100 match to Lucas Silva.
Who is the best-value alternative to Lucas Silva?
Barry Bannan offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 79/100 at about €200k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Lucas Silva?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Lucas Silva'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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