Cheaper alternatives to Salvatore Elia
RM/LMEmpoli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSalvatore Elia's profile ↗
Salvatore Elia is a right midfielder/left midfielder for Empoli in Serie B, with 33 appearances, 2 goals, and 9 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Elia, consider Deian Sorescu from Gaziantep FK, or Florent Muslija of Fortuna Düsseldorf, both valued at €2m and boasting a fit score of 86/100. Tommaso Marras from Mantova also presents a budget option at €1m, with a fit score of 83/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Salvatore Elia
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deian Sorescusimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.6m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Florent Muslijasimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 28 | €1.9m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Felix Klaussimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 34 | €500k | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Tommaso Marrassimilar↗ | Mantova | 22 | €1.4m | 87 | 83 |
| 5 | Wes Burnssimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 32 | €1.6m | 86 | 82 |
| 6 | Gary Magneesimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 27 | €2.0m | 84 | 81 |
| 7 | Patrick Pflückesimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 30 | €2.0m | 82 | 81 |
| 8 | Renzo Tesurisimilar↗ | Atlético Tucumán | 30 | €1.1m | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Êniosimilar↗ | Juventude | 25 | €900k | 86 | 80 |
| 10 | Silassimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €2.1m | 83 | 80 |
| 11 | Riccardo Ciervosimilar↗ | Cesena | 24 | €1.9m | 85 | 80 |
| 12 | Tim Skarkesimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 30 | €1.5m | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Salvatore Elia
≈ 100% Salvatore Elia · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Salvatore Elia · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Salvatore Elia · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Salvatore Elia?
Felix Klaus (SpVgg Greuther Fürth) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 83/100 match to Salvatore Elia.
Who is the best-value alternative to Salvatore Elia?
Deian Sorescu offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Salvatore Elia?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (right midfielder) by how closely they match Salvatore Elia'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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