Cheaper alternatives to Iddrisu Baba
CM/CDMAlmería · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIddrisu Baba's profile ↗
Iddrisu Baba is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Almería in LaLiga 2, with 23 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Baba, consider Manolo Portanova from Reggiana, who boasts a fit score of 82/100 and has a market value of €0m, or Thiago Ojeda of Cultural Leonesa, also at a fit score of 82/100 with a value of €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 84 | 82 |
| 2 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Jesús Álvarezsimilar↗ | Huesca | 27 | €900k | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 87 | 79 |
| 5 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 81 | 79 |
| 6 | Kaare Barslundsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 22 | €600k | 87 | 79 |
| 7 | Kevin Appinsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 28 | €800k | 91 | 78 |
| 8 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 86 | 78 |
| 9 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 76 | 78 |
| 10 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 89 | 78 |
| 11 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 88 | 77 |
| 12 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 87 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Iddrisu Baba
≈ 100% Iddrisu Baba · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Iddrisu Baba · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Iddrisu Baba · strong: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Iddrisu Baba?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 82/100 match to Iddrisu Baba.
Who is the best-value alternative to Iddrisu Baba?
Manolo Portanova offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €200k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Iddrisu Baba?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Iddrisu Baba'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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