Cheaper alternatives to Damián Rodríguez
CM/CDMReal Racing Club · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDamián Rodríguez's profile ↗
Damián Rodríguez is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Real Racing Club in LaLiga 2. In the 2025/26 season, he made 20 appearances, providing 1 assist over 948 minutes. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Rodríguez, players like Ajdin Hrustić from Heracles Almelo and Görkem Sağlam from Hatayspor, both valued at €1m and with a fit score of 83/100, present viable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 87 | 83 |
| 2 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 85 | 83 |
| 3 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 84 | 82 |
| 4 | Aleix Garridosimilar↗ | Eibar | 22 | €1.1m | 94 | 82 |
| 5 | Daniel Johnsonsimilar↗ | Stoke City | 34 | €300k | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 81 | 81 |
| 7 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 83 | 81 |
| 8 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 81 | 81 |
| 9 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €200k | 85 | 81 |
| 10 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 82 | 80 |
| 11 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 80 | 80 |
| 12 | Joe Hodgesimilar↗ | Tondela | 24 | €700k | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Damián Rodríguez
≈ 100% Damián Rodríguez · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Damián Rodríguez · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Damián Rodríguez · strong: Key passes, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Damián Rodríguez?
Alexandru Maxim (Gaziantep FK) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 82/100 match to Damián Rodríguez.
Who is the best-value alternative to Damián Rodríguez?
Ajdin Hrustić offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Damián Rodríguez?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Damián Rodríguez'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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