Pablo Barrios alternatives
CMAtlético Madrid · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPablo Barrios's profile ↗
Pablo Barrios is a central midfielder for Atlético Madrid in La Liga, with 23 appearances during the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Barrios, consider Abdelkahar Kadri from KAA Gent, Filip Krastev from PEC Zwolle, or Cameron Puertas from SV Werder Bremen, all of whom have a fit score of 86/100 and significantly lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 2 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 91 | 86 |
| 3 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 89 | 86 |
| 4 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | Sevilla | 27 | €25m | 94 | 85 |
| 6 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €6.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €1.6m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Lucas Paquetásimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €36m | 95 | 85 |
| 9 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | €43m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €27m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pablo Barrios
≈ 100% Pablo Barrios · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Pablo Barrios · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Pablo Barrios · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Pablo Barrios?
Abdou Harroui (Hellas Verona) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.6m with a 85/100 match to Pablo Barrios.
Who is the best-value alternative to Pablo Barrios?
Abdelkahar Kadri offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €2.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Pablo Barrios?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Pablo Barrios'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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