Donyell Malen alternatives
ST/RWAS Roma · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDonyell Malen's profile ↗
Donyell Malen is a striker/right winger for AS Roma in Serie A, having made 18 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 14 goals and providing 2 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Malen, Santiago Giménez of AC Milan offers a fit score of 87 and a market value of €19m, while Benito Raman from KV Mechelen presents a budget option at just €1m with a fit score of 86.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santiago Giménezsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €19m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Loïs Opendasimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 26 | €27m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Benito Ramansimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €800k | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | Franjo Ivanovićsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 23 | €15m | 89 | 86 |
| 5 | Elye Wahisimilar↗ | Nice | 23 | €19m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Moise Keansimilar↗ | Como | 26 | €33m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Dušan Vlahovićsimilar↗ | Juventus | 26 | €34m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Ricardo Pepisimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 23 | €31m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Myron Boadusimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 25 | €3.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Victor Okoh Bonifacesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 26 | €5.5m | 87 | 84 |
| 11 | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyangsimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 37 | €2.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Thijs Dallingasimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 26 | €9.8m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Donyell Malen
≈ 100% Donyell Malen · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Donyell Malen · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Donyell Malen · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Donyell Malen?
Benito Raman (KV Mechelen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 86/100 match to Donyell Malen.
Who is the best-value alternative to Donyell Malen?
Santiago Giménez offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €19m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Donyell Malen?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Donyell Malen'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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