Cheaper alternatives to Marcelino Núñez
CM/CDM/CAMIpswich Town · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarcelino Núñez's profile ↗
Marcelino Núñez is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Ipswich Town in the Championship, having made 38 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Núñez, consider Younes Taha from FC Groningen, valued at €4m, or Mohamed Ihattaren from Fortuna Sittard, valued at €3m, both with a fit score of 90/100. Another option is Jonas Hofmann of Bayer 04 Leverkusen, valued at €2m, who also offers a similar role at a lower market value.
12 cheaper alternatives to Marcelino Núñez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Younes Tahasimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 24 | €4.2m | 95 | 91 |
| 2 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 95 | 90 |
| 3 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 94 | 88 |
| 4 | Jarne Steuckerssimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 24 | €5.5m | 91 | 88 |
| 5 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 94 | 88 |
| 6 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 95 | 87 |
| 7 | Oliver Batista Meiersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 25 | €1.5m | 94 | 87 |
| 8 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 94 | 87 |
| 9 | Danel Sinanisimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €2.9m | 96 | 87 |
| 10 | Farès Chaïbisimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | €15m | 95 | 87 |
| 11 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 33 | €1.8m | 95 | 87 |
| 12 | Alan Patricksimilar↗ | Internacional | 35 | €2.2m | 93 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marcelino Núñez
≈ 100% Marcelino Núñez · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Marcelino Núñez · strong: Shots, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Marcelino Núñez · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Marcelino Núñez?
Oliver Batista Meier (Preußen Münster) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.5m with a 87/100 match to Marcelino Núñez.
Who is the best-value alternative to Marcelino Núñez?
Younes Taha offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 91/100 at about €4.2m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Marcelino Núñez?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Marcelino Núñez'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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