Damián Bobadilla alternatives
CM/CDMSão Paulo · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitDamián Bobadilla's profile ↗
Damián Bobadilla is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for São Paulo in the Brazil Serie A, with 15 appearances in 2026. Players similar to Bobadilla include Christian Eriksen from VfL Wolfsburg, with a fit score of 85 and a market value of €2m, and Max Bird from Bristol City, also valued at €2m with a fit score of 84. These options present cheaper alternatives to Bobadilla for clubs seeking a similar role at a lower market value.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 2 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 86 | 85 |
| 3 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 87 | 84 |
| 5 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 85 | 84 |
| 6 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 83 | 83 |
| 7 | Bruno Zapellisimilar↗ | Athletico | 24 | €4.7m | 86 | 83 |
| 8 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 83 | 83 |
| 10 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 85 | 83 |
| 11 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 12 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 37 | €200k | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Damián Bobadilla
≈ 100% Damián Bobadilla · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Damián Bobadilla · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Damián Bobadilla · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Damián Bobadilla?
Ajdin Hrustić (Heracles Almelo) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 83/100 match to Damián Bobadilla.
Who is the best-value alternative to Damián Bobadilla?
Christian Eriksen offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €2.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Damián Bobadilla?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Damián Bobadilla'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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