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Cheaper alternatives to Marco Reus

CAM/CMBorussia Dortmund · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarco Reus's profile ↗

Marco Reus is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga, with 26 appearances in the 2023/24 season, contributing 6 goals and 6 assists. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Reus, players like Florian Sotoca from RC Lens, who has a fit score of 87/100, and Patrick Brouwer from SC Telstar, with a fit score of 86/100, both present strong options at a market value of €1m.

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7 cheaper alternatives to Marco Reus

#PlayerClubAgeValueTacticalOverall
1Florian Sotocasimilar↗RC Lens36€1.3m9387
2Patrick Brouwersimilar↗SC Telstar25€700k8786
3Teji Savaniersimilar↗Montpellier35€1.0m9285
4Rémy Cabellasimilar↗Lille36€1.2m9184
5Kevin Sessasimilar↗1. FC Heidenheim26€800k8884
6Ryan Merlensimilar↗Sint-Truidense VV24€1.0m8984
7Youssef Mazizsimilar↗Oud-Heverlee Leuven28€900k8783

* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons

Why these players match Marco Reus

1. Florian SotocaRC Lens87/100

≈ 100% Marco Reus · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability

Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %

2. Patrick BrouwerSC Telstar86/100

≈ 100% Marco Reus · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability

Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90

3. Teji SavanierMontpellier85/100

≈ 100% Marco Reus · strong: Accurate long balls, Key passes · low reliability

Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90

FAQ

What is the cheapest alternative to Marco Reus?

Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 86/100 match to Marco Reus.

Who is the best-value alternative to Marco Reus?

Florian Sotoca offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €1.3m.

How does Doppel choose alternatives to Marco Reus?

Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Marco Reus'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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