Edson Álvarez alternatives
CM/CDMFenerbahçe · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEdson Álvarez's profile ↗
Edson Álvarez is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Fenerbahçe in the Turkish Super Lig, with 12 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Álvarez, Daniel Requena from Levante UD and Noah Naujoks from Excelsior both offer similar roles at a significantly lower market value of €1m each, both achieving a fit score of 81/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 2 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 85 | 81 |
| 3 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 77 | 81 |
| 4 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 84 | 81 |
| 5 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 84 | 80 |
| 6 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 29 | €800k | 83 | 80 |
| 7 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 84 | 80 |
| 9 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 82 | 79 |
| 11 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 88 | 79 |
| 12 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 81 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Edson Álvarez
≈ 100% Edson Álvarez · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Edson Álvarez · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Edson Álvarez · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Edson Álvarez?
Marvin Mehlem (Arminia Bielefeld) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 80/100 match to Edson Álvarez.
Who is the best-value alternative to Edson Álvarez?
Daniel Requena offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Edson Álvarez?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Edson Álvarez'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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