Lima alternatives
CM/CDM/CAMFluminense · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitLima's profile ↗
Lima is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Fluminense in the Brazilian Serie A, with 28 appearances in 2025, contributing 2 goals and 1 assist. For clubs seeking a cheaper alternative to Lima, players like Bilal Bafdili from KV Mechelen and Patrick Brouwer from SC Telstar both boast a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €1m. Noah Naujoks and Dal Varešanović are also viable budget alternatives, each valued at €1m with fit scores of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bilal Bafdilisimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €900k | 90 | 86 |
| 2 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 86 | 86 |
| 3 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 87 | 85 |
| 4 | Dal Varešanovićsimilar↗ | Gençlerbirliği | 25 | €1.3m | 87 | 85 |
| 5 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 86 | 84 |
| 8 | Rober Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 25 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Francesco Ruoccosimilar↗ | Mantova | 25 | €1.2m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Husseyn Chakrounsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Oliver Batista Meiersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 25 | €1.5m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lima
≈ 100% Lima · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Lima · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Lima · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Lima?
Rober González (Albacete Balompié) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 84/100 match to Lima.
Who is the best-value alternative to Lima?
Bilal Bafdili offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Lima?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Lima'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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