Iván Tapia alternatives
CM/CDMBarracas Central · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitIván Tapia's profile ↗
Iván Tapia is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Barracas Central in the Argentine Liga Profesional, with 17 appearances in 2026. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Tapia, consider Rafael Bauzà from Espanyol, with a fit score of 79/100, or Görkem Sağlam of Kayserispor, who has a fit score of 78/100. Both players share a similar role while maintaining a market value of €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 21 | €1.1m | 87 | 79 |
| 2 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 77 | 78 |
| 3 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 79 | 78 |
| 4 | Ruben Altesimilar↗ | Viking FK | 26 | €700k | 84 | 77 |
| 5 | Baptiste Mouazansimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 25 | €400k | 85 | 77 |
| 6 | Tom Strannegårdsimilar↗ | IK Start | 24 | €600k | 86 | 77 |
| 7 | Saîf-Eddine Khaouisimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 31 | €600k | 91 | 77 |
| 8 | Otso Liimattasimilar↗ | Halmstads BK | 22 | €800k | 85 | 77 |
| 9 | Julien Anzianisimilar↗ | Pau FC | 27 | €800k | 87 | 77 |
| 10 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 79 | 76 |
| 11 | Mathis Lachuersimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 26 | €1.1m | 87 | 76 |
| 12 | Youssouf Diarrasimilar↗ | Cádiz | 28 | €800k | 86 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Iván Tapia
≈ 100% Iván Tapia · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Iván Tapia · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Iván Tapia · strong: Accurate crosses, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Iván Tapia?
Baptiste Mouazan (Grenoble Foot 38) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 77/100 match to Iván Tapia.
Who is the best-value alternative to Iván Tapia?
Rafael Bauzà offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 79/100 at about €1.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Iván Tapia?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Iván Tapia'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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