Cheaper alternatives to Zé Ricardo
CM/CDMRemo · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitZé Ricardo's profile ↗
Zé Ricardo is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Remo in the Brazilian Serie A, with 18 appearances and 1 assist in 2026. Players similar to Zé Ricardo include Alexandru Maxim from Gaziantep FK, Dani Rodríguez from Mallorca, and Emre Akbaba from Adana Demirspor, all with a fit score of 80/100 and a market value of €0m, making them potential cheaper alternatives to Zé Ricardo.
4 cheaper alternatives to Zé Ricardo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 82 | 80 |
| 2 | Dani Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Mallorca | 38 | €100k | 86 | 80 |
| 3 | Emre Akbabasimilar↗ | Adana Demirspor | 34 | €400k | 85 | 80 |
| 4 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 86 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zé Ricardo
≈ 100% Zé Ricardo · strong: Key passes, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Zé Ricardo · strong: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Zé Ricardo · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Zé Ricardo?
Dani Rodríguez (Mallorca) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 80/100 match to Zé Ricardo.
Who is the best-value alternative to Zé Ricardo?
Alexandru Maxim offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €300k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Zé Ricardo?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Zé Ricardo'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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