Cheaper alternatives to Fernandinho
CM/CDMAthletico · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitFernandinho's profile ↗
Fernandinho is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Athletico in the BRA-Serie A, with 25 appearances in 2024, contributing 2 goals and 3 assists. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Fernandinho, players like Görkem Sağlam from Hatayspor and Samu from Vizela offer similar roles, both with fit scores of 86/100 and market values of €1m and €2m, respectively.
12 cheaper alternatives to Fernandinho
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 85 | 85 |
| 9 | Kike Pérezsimilar↗ | Venezia | 29 | €2.3m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Qazim Lacisimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 30 | €2.9m | 93 | 84 |
| 11 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 87 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fernandinho
≈ 100% Fernandinho · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Fernandinho · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Fernandinho · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Fernandinho?
Görkem Sağlam (Hatayspor) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 86/100 match to Fernandinho.
Who is the best-value alternative to Fernandinho?
Görkem Sağlam offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Fernandinho?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Fernandinho'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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