Jean-Philippe Mateta alternatives
STCrystal Palace · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJean-Philippe Mateta's profile ↗
Jean-Philippe Mateta is a striker for Crystal Palace in the Premier League, having made 32 appearances with a tally of 12 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Mateta, Tolu Arokodare of AFC Ajax offers a fit score of 85/100 at a market value of €18m, while Thijs Dallinga from 1. FC Köln provides a budget option at €10m with a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tolu Arokodaresimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 26 | €18m | 90 | 85 |
| 2 | Thijs Dallingasimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 26 | €9.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Stefano Marinosimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €1.0m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Lukas Nmechasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €9.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Ante Budimirsimilar↗ | Osasuna | 35 | €2.6m | 89 | 83 |
| 6 | Aaron Biboutsimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €3.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 84 | 82 |
| 8 | Milan Zonneveldsimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 23 | €400k | 85 | 82 |
| 9 | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyangsimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 37 | €2.4m | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Oskar Zawadasimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 30 | €500k | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Promise Davidsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 25 | €18m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Max Deansimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 22 | €2.4m | 85 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jean-Philippe Mateta
≈ 100% Jean-Philippe Mateta · strong: Aerial duels won %, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Shots /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Jean-Philippe Mateta · strong: Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Jean-Philippe Mateta · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Jean-Philippe Mateta?
Milan Zonneveld (Sparta Rotterdam) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 82/100 match to Jean-Philippe Mateta.
Who is the best-value alternative to Jean-Philippe Mateta?
Tolu Arokodare offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €18m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Jean-Philippe Mateta?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Jean-Philippe Mateta'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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