Cheaper alternatives to Eric García
CB/RB/CMFC Barcelona · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEric García's profile ↗
Eric García is a centre-back/right-back for FC Barcelona in La Liga, with 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to García, players like Pepelu from Valencia, valued at €7m and with a fit score of 86/100, and Sydie Peck from Sheffield United, valued at €15m with a fit score of 84/100, present solid options. Gary Magnee from Cercle Brugge, valued at €2m, also offers a budget alternative with a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 87 | 84 |
| 3 | Gary Magneesimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 27 | €2.0m | 85 | 84 |
| 4 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Monza | 32 | €1.2m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 84 | 83 |
| 9 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Peer Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €13m | 93 | 83 |
| 11 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 85 | 83 |
| 12 | Ridle Bakusimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €13m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Eric García
≈ 100% Eric García · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Eric García · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Eric García · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Eric García?
Roberto Gagliardini (Monza) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.2m with a 84/100 match to Eric García.
Who is the best-value alternative to Eric García?
Pepelu offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €7.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Eric García?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Eric García'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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