Higor Meritão alternatives
CM/CDMChapecoense · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitHigor Meritão's profile ↗
Higor Meritão is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Chapecoense in the Brazilian Serie A, with 11 appearances and 1 goal in 2026. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Meritão, consider Manolo Portanova from Reggiana, who boasts a fit score of 84/100 and a market value of €0m, or Nordin Bukala of FC Volendam, with a fit score of 81/100 at the same market value as Meritão.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 88 | 85 |
| 2 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 90 | 81 |
| 3 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 86 | 80 |
| 4 | Emre Akbabasimilar↗ | Eyüpspor | 34 | €400k | 85 | 80 |
| 5 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 23 | €600k | 81 | 80 |
| 6 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 79 | 79 |
| 7 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €300k | 81 | 79 |
| 8 | Thomas Brunssimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 34 | €200k | 83 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Higor Meritão
≈ 100% Higor Meritão · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Higor Meritão · strong: Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Higor Meritão · strong: Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Higor Meritão?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 85/100 match to Higor Meritão.
Who is the best-value alternative to Higor Meritão?
Manolo Portanova offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €200k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Higor Meritão?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Higor Meritão'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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