Cheaper alternatives to José Córdoba
CBNorwich City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosé Córdoba's profile ↗
José Córdoba is a centre-back for Norwich City in the Championship, with 28 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Córdoba, consider George Campbell from West Bromwich Albion, valued at €2m with a fit score of 86/100, or Danny da Costa from 1. FSV Mainz 05, valued at €1m and a fit score of 84/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to José Córdoba
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 90 | 86 |
| 2 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 89 | 84 |
| 3 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 84 | 83 |
| 5 | Olivier Aertssensimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €600k | 85 | 83 |
| 6 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 82 | 83 |
| 7 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 82 | 83 |
| 8 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 84 | 82 |
| 9 | José Marsàsimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 24 | €3.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 80 | 82 |
| 11 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 83 | 82 |
| 12 | Calvin Verdonksimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 29 | €2.6m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match José Córdoba
≈ 100% José Córdoba · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% José Córdoba · strong: Accurate crosses, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% José Córdoba · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to José Córdoba?
Bryan Goncalves (FCV Dender) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 82/100 match to José Córdoba.
Who is the best-value alternative to José Córdoba?
George Campbell offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to José Córdoba?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match José Córdoba'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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