Cheaper alternatives to Étienne Capoue
CMVillarreal · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitÉtienne Capoue's profile ↗
Étienne Capoue is a central midfielder for Villarreal in La Liga, where he has made 32 appearances this season, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Capoue, players like Matías Vecino from Lazio, with a fit score of 82/100, and Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim, with a fit score of 81/100, both have a market value of €1m. Additionally, Matúš Bero from VfL Bochum and Tom Cairney from Fulham present further budget options at similar values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 2 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 82 | 81 |
| 3 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 85 | 80 |
| 4 | Tom Cairneysimilar↗ | Fulham | 35 | €500k | 88 | 80 |
| 5 | Dani Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Mallorca | 38 | €100k | 84 | 79 |
| 6 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 78 | 79 |
| 7 | Alfred Duncansimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 33 | €800k | 88 | 78 |
| 8 | Miguel Sousasimilar↗ | Casa Pia | 28 | €300k | 89 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Étienne Capoue
≈ 100% Étienne Capoue · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
≈ 100% Étienne Capoue · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Étienne Capoue · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Étienne Capoue?
Dani Rodríguez (Mallorca) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 79/100 match to Étienne Capoue.
Who is the best-value alternative to Étienne Capoue?
Matías Vecino offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €1.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Étienne Capoue?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Étienne Capoue'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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