Cheaper alternatives to Francisco Álvarez
CBArgentinos Juniors · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitFrancisco Álvarez's profile ↗
Francisco Álvarez is a centre-back for Argentinos Juniors in the Liga Profesional, with 19 appearances and 2 goals in 2026. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Álvarez, Andrea Tiritiello of Virtus Entella, valued at €0m and fitting 82/100, offers a promising option. Additionally, Dan Zagadou from VfB Stuttgart and Leo Greiml of NAC Breda, both valued at €2m and €1m respectively, present solid budget alternatives in similar roles.
12 cheaper alternatives to Francisco Álvarez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 81 | 82 |
| 2 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 85 | 81 |
| 3 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 86 | 80 |
| 4 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 34 | €800k | 84 | 80 |
| 5 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 78 | 79 |
| 6 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 86 | 79 |
| 7 | Eric Diersimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 32 | €3.6m | 86 | 79 |
| 8 | Matej Maglicasimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 28 | €1.1m | 86 | 79 |
| 9 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 76 | 79 |
| 10 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 79 | 79 |
| 11 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 81 | 79 |
| 12 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 25 | €1.4m | 81 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Francisco Álvarez
≈ 100% Francisco Álvarez · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Francisco Álvarez · strong: Aerial duels won %, Touches · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Francisco Álvarez · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Francisco Álvarez?
Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 82/100 match to Francisco Álvarez.
Who is the best-value alternative to Francisco Álvarez?
Andrea Tiritiello offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €400k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Francisco Álvarez?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Francisco Álvarez'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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