Cheaper alternatives to Derek Mazou-Sacko
CM/CDMRodez AF · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDerek Mazou-Sacko's profile ↗
Derek Mazou-Sacko is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Rodez AF in Ligue 2, with 23 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Mazou-Sacko, players like Tomy Carbonell from Real Sociedad B and Daniel Requena from Córdoba both have a fit score of 80/100 and a market value of €1m. Additionally, David Kruse of IFK Göteborg and Jocelyn Janneh from Bastia also present budget-friendly options with similar roles.
12 cheaper alternatives to Derek Mazou-Sacko
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 89 | 81 |
| 2 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 87 | 80 |
| 3 | David Krusesimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 24 | €800k | 89 | 79 |
| 4 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 87 | 79 |
| 5 | Titouan Thomassimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 24 | €700k | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 7 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 88 | 79 |
| 9 | Florian Flicksimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 26 | €700k | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €700k | 85 | 78 |
| 11 | Kevin Ackermannsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 90 | 78 |
| 12 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 89 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Derek Mazou-Sacko
≈ 100% Derek Mazou-Sacko · low reliability
≈ 100% Derek Mazou-Sacko · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Derek Mazou-Sacko · strong: Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Derek Mazou-Sacko?
Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 79/100 match to Derek Mazou-Sacko.
Who is the best-value alternative to Derek Mazou-Sacko?
Tomy Carbonell offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Derek Mazou-Sacko?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Derek Mazou-Sacko'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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