Cheaper alternatives to Iker Muñoz
CM/CDMOsasuna · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIker Muñoz's profile ↗
Iker Muñoz is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Osasuna in La Liga, with 19 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Muñoz who offer a budget alternative include Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim and Matías Vecino from Lazio, both valued at €1m and achieving a fit score of 78/100. Additionally, Beñat Gerenabarrena from CD Castellón and Anouar El Azzouzi from PEC Zwolle are also viable options at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 76 | 78 |
| 2 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 82 | 78 |
| 3 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 90 | 77 |
| 4 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 83 | 77 |
| 5 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 84 | 77 |
| 6 | Rubén Alcarazsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 35 | €300k | 89 | 77 |
| 7 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 83 | 77 |
| 8 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 70 | 77 |
| 9 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 84 | 77 |
| 10 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | SSV Ulm 1846 | 22 | €1.6m | 86 | 77 |
| 11 | Hannes Van Der Bruggensimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 33 | €400k | 91 | 76 |
| 12 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 37 | €400k | 84 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Iker Muñoz
≈ 100% Iker Muñoz · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Iker Muñoz · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
≈ 100% Iker Muñoz · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Iker Muñoz?
Rubén Alcaraz (Cádiz) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 77/100 match to Iker Muñoz.
Who is the best-value alternative to Iker Muñoz?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 78/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Iker Muñoz?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Iker Muñoz'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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