Cheaper alternatives to Raúl Albiol
CBPisa · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitRaúl Albiol's profile ↗
The best budget alternatives to Raúl Albiol are John Brooks, Unai Elgezabal, Germán Pezzella. John Brooks (TSG Hoffenheim) rates 74/100 as a match at about €200k, below Raúl Albiol's ~€670k. Data as of July 2026.
7 cheaper alternatives to Raúl Albiol
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Brookssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 30 | €200k | 72 | 74 |
| 2 | Unai Elgezabalsimilar↗ | Levante UD | 32 | €500k | 79 | 72 |
| 3 | Germán Pezzellasimilar↗ | Real Betis | 32 | €500k | 79 | 70 |
| 4 | Matija Nastasićsimilar↗ | Mallorca | 30 | €600k | 81 | 70 |
| 5 | Craig Dawsonsimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 33 | €600k | 77 | 70 |
| 6 | Gabriel Paulistasimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 33 | €500k | 90 | 70 |
| 7 | Christopher Julliensimilar↗ | Montpellier | 30 | €600k | 80 | 70 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Raúl Albiol
≈ 100% Raúl Albiol · strong: xG + xA, Accurate long balls · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate long balls /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Raúl Albiol · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Raúl Albiol · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Raúl Albiol?
John Brooks (TSG Hoffenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 74/100 match to Raúl Albiol.
Who is the best-value alternative to Raúl Albiol?
John Brooks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 74/100 at about €200k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Raúl Albiol?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Raúl Albiol's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, big-5 and more, last 3 seasons.
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