Cheaper alternatives to Valentin Rongier
CM/CDMStade Rennais · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitValentin Rongier's profile ↗
Valentin Rongier is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Stade Rennais in Ligue 1, having made 31 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 5 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Rongier, consider Samu from Vizela, valued at €2m with a fit score of 84/100, or Filip Krastev from PEC Zwolle, priced at €3m with a fit score of 83/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 87 | 84 |
| 2 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 87 | 83 |
| 3 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 87 | 83 |
| 5 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 85 | 83 |
| 6 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 92 | 82 |
| 7 | Henrikh Mkhitaryansimilar↗ | Inter | 37 | €2.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 84 | 82 |
| 10 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 83 | 82 |
| 11 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Valentin Rongier
≈ 100% Valentin Rongier · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Valentin Rongier · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Valentin Rongier · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Valentin Rongier?
Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €900k with a 83/100 match to Valentin Rongier.
Who is the best-value alternative to Valentin Rongier?
Samu offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €2.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Valentin Rongier?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Valentin Rongier'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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