Nathan-Dylan Saliba alternatives
CM/CDMVillarreal · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathan-Dylan Saliba's profile ↗
Nathan-Dylan Saliba is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Villarreal in La Liga. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Saliba, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, who has a fit score of 87/100 and a market value of €1m, or Irakli Yegoian, also from Excelsior, valued at €2m with a fit score of 85/100. Other options include Kevin Sessa from Hertha BSC and Samu from Vitória SC, both offering similar roles at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 88 | 87 |
| 2 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 88 | 85 |
| 4 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 29 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nathan-Dylan Saliba
≈ 100% Nathan-Dylan Saliba · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nathan-Dylan Saliba · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Nathan-Dylan Saliba · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nathan-Dylan Saliba?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Nathan-Dylan Saliba.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nathan-Dylan Saliba?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nathan-Dylan Saliba?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Nathan-Dylan Saliba'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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