Cheaper alternatives to José María Giménez
CBAtlético Madrid · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosé María Giménez's profile ↗
José María Giménez is a centre-back for Atlético Madrid in La Liga, currently valued at €9m. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Giménez, consider Adrián de la Fuente from Levante UD, who has a fit score of 85/100 and a market value of €4m. Other budget alternatives include Ross Sykes from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise at €5m, Justin Hubner from Fortuna Sittard at €1m, and Reece Burke from Luton Town, also valued at €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 86 | 85 |
| 2 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 85 | 84 |
| 3 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 84 | 84 |
| 4 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 30 | €1.0m | 88 | 83 |
| 5 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 84 | 83 |
| 6 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 86 | 83 |
| 7 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 82 | 82 |
| 9 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 85 | 82 |
| 11 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 84 | 82 |
| 12 | Ben Godfreysimilar↗ | Everton | 28 | €4.7m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match José María Giménez
≈ 100% José María Giménez · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% José María Giménez · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% José María Giménez · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to José María Giménez?
Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 83/100 match to José María Giménez.
Who is the best-value alternative to José María Giménez?
Adrián de la Fuente offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €4.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to José María Giménez?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match José María Giménez'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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