Cristian Romero alternatives
CBAtlético Madrid · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCristian Romero's profile ↗
Cristian Romero is a centre-back for Atlético Madrid in La Liga, with 23 appearances, 4 goals, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Romero, Laurin Curda from SC Paderborn 07 offers a strong fit score of 87/100 at a market value of €3m, while Ross Sykes of Royale Union Saint-Gilloise also boasts a fit of 87/100, valued at €5m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 89 | 87 |
| 2 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 90 | 87 |
| 3 | Lucas Martínez Quartasimilar↗ | River Plate | 30 | €4.1m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 94 | 86 |
| 6 | Nordi Mukielesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 29 | €15m | 95 | 85 |
| 7 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 87 | 85 |
| 9 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 92 | 85 |
| 10 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 85 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Cristian Romero
≈ 100% Cristian Romero · strong: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Cristian Romero · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Cristian Romero · strong: Non-penalty goals, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate long balls /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Cristian Romero?
Kervin Arriaga (Levante UD) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €2.1m with a 86/100 match to Cristian Romero.
Who is the best-value alternative to Cristian Romero?
Laurin Curda offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €2.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Cristian Romero?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Cristian Romero'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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