Cheaper alternatives to Makaya Ibrahima Diaby
CMCercle Brugge · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMakaya Ibrahima Diaby's profile ↗
Makaya Ibrahima Diaby is a central midfielder for Cercle Brugge in the Belgian Pro League, with 26 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 1 assist. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Diaby, players like Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 85/100, and Manolo Portanova from Reggiana, valued at €0m and a fit score of 83/100, present budget-friendly options in similar roles.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 84 | 85 |
| 2 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 86 | 83 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 82 | 81 |
| 4 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Leonel Buccasimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 27 | €800k | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 82 | 80 |
| 7 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 83 | 80 |
| 8 | Justin Lonwijksimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €800k | 83 | 79 |
| 9 | Finn Porathsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 29 | €800k | 90 | 79 |
| 10 | Emre Akbabasimilar↗ | Adana Demirspor | 34 | €400k | 84 | 79 |
| 11 | Jeffrey Schluppsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 34 | €700k | 93 | 79 |
| 12 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 79 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Makaya Ibrahima Diaby
≈ 100% Makaya Ibrahima Diaby · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Makaya Ibrahima Diaby · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Makaya Ibrahima Diaby · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Makaya Ibrahima Diaby?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 83/100 match to Makaya Ibrahima Diaby.
Who is the best-value alternative to Makaya Ibrahima Diaby?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Makaya Ibrahima Diaby?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Makaya Ibrahima Diaby'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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