Cheaper alternatives to Cauan Barros
CM/CDMVasco da Gama · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitCauan Barros's profile ↗
Cauan Barros is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Vasco da Gama in the Brazilian Serie A, with 17 appearances and 3 goals in 2026. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Barros, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 83/100, or Enric Llansana from RSC Anderlecht, who has a fit score of 82/100 and a market value of €2m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 80 | 83 |
| 2 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 85 | 81 |
| 4 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 79 | 79 |
| 7 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 84 | 79 |
| 8 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Bari | 28 | €500k | 91 | 79 |
| 9 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 23 | €600k | 79 | 79 |
| 10 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 87 | 79 |
| 11 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 78 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Cauan Barros
≈ 100% Cauan Barros · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Cauan Barros · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Cauan Barros · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Cauan Barros?
Giulio Maggiore (Bari) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 79/100 match to Cauan Barros.
Who is the best-value alternative to Cauan Barros?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Cauan Barros?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Cauan Barros'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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