Cheaper alternatives to Donyell Malen
RW/STAS Roma · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDonyell Malen's profile ↗
Donyell Malen is a right winger/striker for AS Roma in Serie A, having made 18 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 14 goals and providing 2 assists. For those searching for cheaper alternatives to Malen, Santiago Giménez of Feyenoord, valued at €19m with a fit score of 87/100, and Benito Raman from KV Mechelen, valued at just €1m with a fit score of 86/100, are notable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santiago Giménezsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €19m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Benito Ramansimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €800k | 91 | 86 |
| 3 | Loïs Opendasimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 26 | €27m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Dušan Vlahovićsimilar↗ | Juventus | 26 | €34m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Ricardo Pepisimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 23 | €31m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Myron Boadusimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 25 | €3.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Victor Okoh Bonifacesimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 26 | €5.5m | 87 | 84 |
| 8 | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyangsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 37 | €2.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Franjo Ivanovićsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 23 | €15m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Elye Wahisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 23 | €19m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Moise Keansimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 26 | €33m | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Iago Aspassimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 39 | €1.5m | 86 | 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 · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Donyell Malen · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /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 (right winger) 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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