Boubakary Soumaré alternatives
CM/CDMLeicester City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBoubakary Soumaré's profile ↗
Boubakary Soumaré is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Leicester City in the Championship, with 16 appearances and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Soumaré, Gianluca Busio (Venezia, Serie A) offers a similar role at €7m, while Rodrigo Alonso (Moreirense, Primeira Liga) and Joe Rothwell (Sheffield United, Championship) are budget options valued at €2m and €1m, respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 79 | 78 |
| 2 | Rodrigo Alonsosimilar↗ | Moreirense | 23 | €1.8m | 89 | 78 |
| 3 | Joe Rothwellsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 31 | €600k | 85 | 78 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 75 | 77 |
| 5 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €6.8m | 78 | 77 |
| 6 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 83 | 77 |
| 7 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 75 | 77 |
| 8 | Marino Illescassimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 25 | €300k | 85 | 77 |
| 9 | Dani Parejosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 37 | €1.0m | 82 | 77 |
| 10 | Marco Pompettisimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 26 | €2.1m | 86 | 77 |
| 11 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 75 | 77 |
| 12 | Youri Regeersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €4.7m | 83 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Boubakary Soumaré
≈ 100% Boubakary Soumaré · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Boubakary Soumaré · medium reliability
≈ 100% Boubakary Soumaré · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Boubakary Soumaré?
Marino Illescas (AD Ceuta) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 77/100 match to Boubakary Soumaré.
Who is the best-value alternative to Boubakary Soumaré?
Gianluca Busio offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 78/100 at about €7.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Boubakary Soumaré?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Boubakary Soumaré'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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