Cheaper alternatives to Alex Matos
CM/CDMSheffield United · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlex Matos's profile ↗
Alex Matos is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sheffield United in the Championship, with 20 appearances and 947 minutes played in the 2024/25 season. For clubs seeking cheaper alternatives to Matos, consider Jocelyn Janneh from Bastia (fit 80/100), Allan Ackra from Clermont Foot (fit 79/100), or Daniel Requena from Córdoba (fit 79/100), all valued at €1m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Alex Matos
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 88 | 80 |
| 2 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 85 | 79 |
| 4 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 87 | 79 |
| 5 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 85 | 78 |
| 6 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 84 | 76 |
| 7 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 86 | 76 |
| 8 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 74 | 76 |
| 9 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 80 | 75 |
| 10 | Joel Silvasimilar↗ | Boavista | 23 | €400k | 82 | 75 |
| 11 | Íñigo Sáinz-Mazasimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 28 | €1.0m | 84 | 74 |
| 12 | Romario Röschsimilar↗ | SSV Ulm 1846 | 27 | €400k | 84 | 74 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alex Matos
≈ 100% Alex Matos · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Alex Matos · medium reliability
≈ 100% Alex Matos · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Alex Matos?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 76/100 match to Alex Matos.
Who is the best-value alternative to Alex Matos?
Jocelyn Janneh offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Alex Matos?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Alex Matos'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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