Cheaper alternatives to Joshua Zirkzee
STManchester United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoshua Zirkzee's profile ↗
Joshua Zirkzee is a striker for Manchester United in the Premier League, having made 24 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 2 goals and providing 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Zirkzee, Álvaro Rodriguez from Elche offers a strong fit score of 85/100 at a market value of €9m, while Marvin Pieringer from 1. FC Heidenheim presents a budget option at €3m with a fit score of 83/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Álvaro Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €9.1m | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Marvin Pieringersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €2.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 3 | Gerard Morenosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 34 | €2.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 4 | Conrad Hardersimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 21 | €19m | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 85 | 82 |
| 6 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Raúl Jiménezsimilar↗ | Fulham | 35 | €3.2m | 92 | 82 |
| 8 | Lukas Nmechasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €9.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 84 | 81 |
| 10 | Victor Okoh Bonifacesimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 26 | €5.5m | 83 | 81 |
| 11 | Morgan Guilavoguisimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 28 | €4.1m | 93 | 81 |
| 12 | Issa Soumarésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 26 | €8.4m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joshua Zirkzee
≈ 100% Joshua Zirkzee · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Joshua Zirkzee · strong: Big chances created, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Joshua Zirkzee · strong: Accurate long balls, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Joshua Zirkzee?
Florian Sotoca (RC Lens) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.3m with a 82/100 match to Joshua Zirkzee.
Who is the best-value alternative to Joshua Zirkzee?
Álvaro Rodriguez offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €9.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Joshua Zirkzee?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Joshua Zirkzee'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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