Cheaper alternatives to Cristian Zabala
CM/CAM/CDMSarmiento · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitCristian Zabala's profile ↗
Cristian Zabala is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Sarmiento in the Liga Profesional, where he has made 17 appearances in 2026, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Zabala, consider Thiago Ojeda from Cultural Leonesa with a fit score of 80/100, or Romario Rösch of SSV Ulm 1846, who has a fit score of 78/100. Both players offer similar roles at lower market values.
12 cheaper alternatives to Cristian Zabala
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 90 | 80 |
| 2 | Romario Röschsimilar↗ | SSV Ulm 1846 | 27 | €400k | 91 | 78 |
| 3 | Rocco Asconesimilar↗ | Halmstads BK | 23 | €600k | 92 | 78 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 77 | 77 |
| 5 | Kevin Appinsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 28 | €800k | 89 | 77 |
| 6 | Marc Domenechsimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €700k | 85 | 77 |
| 7 | Marino Illescassimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 25 | €300k | 85 | 77 |
| 8 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 79 | 77 |
| 9 | Ryad Hachemsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 28 | €900k | 87 | 77 |
| 10 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 83 | 77 |
| 11 | Yassin Oukilisimilar↗ | RKC Waalwijk | 25 | €700k | 90 | 77 |
| 12 | Wilitty Younoussasimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 25 | €800k | 86 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Cristian Zabala
≈ 100% Cristian Zabala · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Cristian Zabala · medium reliability
≈ 100% Cristian Zabala · strong: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Cristian Zabala?
Marino Illescas (AD Ceuta) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 77/100 match to Cristian Zabala.
Who is the best-value alternative to Cristian Zabala?
Thiago Ojeda offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Cristian Zabala?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Cristian Zabala'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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