Cheaper alternatives to Makaya Ibrahima Diaby
CMCercle Brugge · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMakaya Ibrahima Diaby's profile ↗
The best budget alternatives to Makaya Ibrahima Diaby are Manolo Portanova, Noah Naujoks, Miguel Reisinho. Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) rates 86/100 as a match at about €200k, below Makaya Ibrahima Diaby's ~€1.5m. Data as of July 2026.
12 cheaper alternatives to Makaya Ibrahima Diaby
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 88 | 86 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 82 | 84 |
| 3 | Miguel Reisinhosimilar↗ | Boavista | 27 | €500k | 86 | 81 |
| 4 | Muammer Sarıkayasimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 28 | €300k | 86 | 81 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 81 | 80 |
| 6 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Ulrik Mathisensimilar↗ | SK Brann | 27 | €700k | 78 | 80 |
| 8 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
| 9 | Emre Akbabasimilar↗ | Adana Demirspor | 34 | €400k | 84 | 79 |
| 10 | Mattheussimilar↗ | SC Farense | 32 | €300k | 84 | 79 |
| 11 | Leonel Buccasimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 27 | €800k | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 81 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Makaya Ibrahima Diaby
≈ 100% Makaya Ibrahima Diaby · strong: Non-penalty goals, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Makaya Ibrahima Diaby · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Makaya Ibrahima Diaby · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /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 86/100 match to Makaya Ibrahima Diaby.
Who is the best-value alternative to Makaya Ibrahima Diaby?
Manolo Portanova offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €200k.
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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