Who should replace Alexander Barboza?
CBPalmeiras · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlexander Barboza's profile ↗
Alexander Barboza is a centre-back for Palmeiras in the Brazilian Serie A, with 13 appearances in 2026. For those searching for the best replacement for Barboza, Ross Sykes from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise offers a tactical fit score of 89/100, while Leandro Cabrera from Espanyol provides a solid alternative with a fit score of 85/100. Both players exemplify the qualities needed to replace Barboza effectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 93 | 89 |
| 2 | Levi Colwillsimilar↗ | Chelsea | 23 | €55m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 88 |
| 5 | Eiran Cashinsimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 25 | €5.3m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Kristoffer Ajersimilar↗ | Brentford | 28 | €24m | 91 | 82 |
| 9 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 91 | 87 |
| 10 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 11 | Marco Rentesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 29 | €1.4m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alexander Barboza
≈ 100% Alexander Barboza · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Alexander Barboza · strong: Touches, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Alexander Barboza · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Alexander Barboza?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Ross Sykes (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) does the closest job to Alexander Barboza, at 93/100 on profile. Levi Colwill and Leandro Cabrera follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Alexander Barboza?
Yes — Leandro Cabrera (Espanyol) plays a similar centre back role at roughly €900k, a 85/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Alexander Barboza?
Doppel learns Alexander Barboza's role profile from his 2026 season and ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they do the same job, adjusted for league strength.
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