Cheaper alternatives to Brais Méndez
CAM/CMReal Sociedad · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBrais Méndez's profile ↗
Brais Méndez is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for Real Sociedad in La Liga, with 29 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 6 goals and 2 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Méndez, consider Cameron Puertas from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, valued at €7m, or Eric Ebimbe of Eintracht Frankfurt, priced at €6m, both showing a fit score of 86/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Lille | 36 | €1.2m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 8 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 93 | 84 |
| 10 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 85 | 84 |
| 11 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Chiedozie Ogbenesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 29 | €3.7m | 92 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Brais Méndez
≈ 100% Brais Méndez · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Brais Méndez · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Brais Méndez · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Brais Méndez?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Brais Méndez.
Who is the best-value alternative to Brais Méndez?
Cameron Puertas offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €6.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Brais Méndez?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Brais Méndez'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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