Pape Gueye alternatives
CMVillarreal · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPape Gueye's profile ↗
Pape Gueye is a central midfielder for Villarreal in La Liga, with 30 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 5 goals and 2 assists over 2143 minutes. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Gueye, players like Gjivai Zechiël from Feyenoord, valued at €10m, and Filip Krastev from PEC Zwolle, valued at €3m, offer similar roles at significantly lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 89 | 85 |
| 2 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 94 | 85 |
| 6 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 87 | 84 |
| 8 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 87 | 84 |
| 9 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 33 | €3.6m | 95 | 84 |
| 10 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €27m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pape Gueye
≈ 100% Pape Gueye · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Pape Gueye · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Pape Gueye · 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 Pape Gueye?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 84/100 match to Pape Gueye.
Who is the best-value alternative to Pape Gueye?
Gjivai Zechiël offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €11m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Pape Gueye?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Pape Gueye'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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