Cheaper alternatives to Sergio Ruiz
CM/CDMGranada · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitSergio Ruiz's profile ↗
The best budget alternatives to Sergio Ruiz are Kevin Sessa, Finn Porath, Marvin Mehlem. Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) rates 75/100 as a match at about €800k, below Sergio Ruiz's ~€820k. Data as of July 2026.
3 cheaper alternatives to Sergio Ruiz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 23 | €800k | 70 | 75 |
| 2 | Finn Porathsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 27 | €800k | 85 | 75 |
| 3 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 26 | €800k | 74 | 75 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sergio Ruiz
≈ 100% Sergio Ruiz · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Sergio Ruiz · strong: Clearances, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Sergio Ruiz · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Sergio Ruiz?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 75/100 match to Sergio Ruiz.
Who is the best-value alternative to Sergio Ruiz?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 75/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Sergio Ruiz?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Sergio Ruiz's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, big-5 and more, last 3 seasons.
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