Cheaper alternatives to Ronald
CM/CDMVitória · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitRonald's profile ↗
Ronald is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Vitória in the Brazilian Série A, with 29 appearances this season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Ronald, consider Ajdin Hrustić from Heracles Almelo, who has a fit score of 83/100 and a market value of €1m, or Charlie Patiño of Swansea City, valued at €1m with a fit score of 82/100.
6 cheaper alternatives to Ronald
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 87 | 83 |
| 2 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 85 | 82 |
| 3 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 84 | 82 |
| 4 | Dani Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Mallorca | 38 | €100k | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Kenzo Goudmijnsimilar↗ | Derby County | 25 | €600k | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | William Balikwishasimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 27 | €300k | 90 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ronald
≈ 100% Ronald · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Ronald · strong: Accurate crosses, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Ronald · strong: Key passes, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ronald?
Dani Rodríguez (Mallorca) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 82/100 match to Ronald.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ronald?
Ajdin Hrustić offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ronald?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Ronald'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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