Cheaper alternatives to Johann Lepenant
CM/CAM/CDMNantes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJohann Lepenant's profile ↗
Johann Lepenant is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Nantes in Ligue 1, with 27 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Lepenant, consider Samu from Vizela, Pascal Groß of Brighton, or Adrien Thomasson from RC Lens, all with a fit score of 81/100 and significantly lower market values ranging from €2m to €4m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 86 | 81 |
| 2 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 85 | 81 |
| 3 | Adrien Thomassonsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €4.3m | 89 | 81 |
| 4 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 86 | 81 |
| 6 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 90 | 80 |
| 9 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 85 | 80 |
| 10 | Jesper Lindstrømsimilar↗ | Everton | 26 | €4.3m | 90 | 80 |
| 11 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 86 | 80 |
| 12 | Lance Duijvestijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €700k | 84 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Johann Lepenant
≈ 100% Johann Lepenant · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Johann Lepenant · strong: Accurate crosses, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Johann Lepenant · strong: Key passes, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, xG + xA /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Johann Lepenant?
Pascal Groß (Brighton & Hove Albion) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €2.3m with a 81/100 match to Johann Lepenant.
Who is the best-value alternative to Johann Lepenant?
Samu offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €2.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Johann Lepenant?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Johann Lepenant'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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