Johnny Cardoso alternatives
CM/CDMAtlético Madrid · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJohnny Cardoso's profile ↗
Johnny Cardoso is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Atlético Madrid in La Liga, with 15 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Cardoso, Beñat Gerenabarrena from Athletic Club and Pepelu from Valencia both offer similar roles, with fit scores of 78/100 and market values of €1m and €7m, respectively. Other budget alternatives include Enric Llansana from RSC Anderlecht and Darko Nejašmić from NEC Nijmegen, valued at €2m and €4m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 85 | 78 |
| 2 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 80 | 78 |
| 3 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 85 | 77 |
| 4 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 87 | 77 |
| 5 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 82 | 76 |
| 6 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 82 | 76 |
| 7 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 77 | 76 |
| 8 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 81 | 76 |
| 9 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 78 | 76 |
| 10 | Alexander Prasssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 25 | €8.7m | 82 | 76 |
| 11 | Gibson Yahsimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 23 | €1.3m | 91 | 76 |
| 12 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 87 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Johnny Cardoso
≈ 100% Johnny Cardoso · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Johnny Cardoso · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Johnny Cardoso · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Johnny Cardoso?
Jocelyn Janneh (Bastia) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 76/100 match to Johnny Cardoso.
Who is the best-value alternative to Johnny Cardoso?
Beñat Gerenabarrena offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 78/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Johnny Cardoso?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Johnny Cardoso'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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