Cheaper alternatives to Pablo Ibáñez
CM/CDMDeportivo Alavés · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPablo Ibáñez's profile ↗
Pablo Ibáñez is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Deportivo Alavés in La Liga, with 37 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Ibáñez, consider Filip Krastev from PEC Zwolle, valued at €3m with a fit score of 85/100, or Abdou Harroui from Frosinone, valued at €2m with a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 2 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 87 | 84 |
| 5 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 6 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 86 | 83 |
| 8 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 84 | 82 |
| 11 | Kian Fitz-Jimsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €2.8m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 78 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pablo Ibáñez
≈ 100% Pablo Ibáñez · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Pablo Ibáñez · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Pablo Ibáñez · strong: Shots, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Pablo Ibáñez?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 84/100 match to Pablo Ibáñez.
Who is the best-value alternative to Pablo Ibáñez?
Filip Krastev offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €2.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Pablo Ibáñez?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Pablo Ibáñez'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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