Cheaper alternatives to Franco Ibarra
CM/CDMRosario Central · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitFranco Ibarra's profile ↗
Franco Ibarra is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Rosario Central in the Argentine Liga Profesional, with 18 appearances and 1 assist in 2026. For clubs seeking cheaper alternatives to Ibarra, players like Jocelyn Janneh (Bastia, fit 79/100, value €1m), Daniel Requena (Córdoba, fit 79/100, value €1m), and Beñat Gerenabarrena (CD Castellón, fit 78/100, value €1m) offer similar roles at a lower market value.
12 cheaper alternatives to Franco Ibarra
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 87 | 79 |
| 2 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 85 | 79 |
| 3 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
| 4 | Kylian Kaibouesimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 28 | €800k | 89 | 78 |
| 5 | Giovanni Haagsimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 26 | €1.9m | 89 | 78 |
| 6 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 88 | 76 |
| 7 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €800k | 82 | 76 |
| 8 | Juanpesimilar↗ | Málaga CF | 30 | €300k | 92 | 76 |
| 9 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 76 | 76 |
| 10 | Nicolas Schiavisimilar↗ | Carrarese | 31 | €400k | 86 | 76 |
| 11 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 82 | 76 |
| 12 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 81 | 75 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Franco Ibarra
≈ 100% Franco Ibarra · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Franco Ibarra · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Franco Ibarra · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Franco Ibarra?
Juanpe (Málaga CF) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 76/100 match to Franco Ibarra.
Who is the best-value alternative to Franco Ibarra?
Jocelyn Janneh offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 79/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Franco Ibarra?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Franco Ibarra'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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