Rafael Leão alternatives
LW/STAC Milan · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRafael Leão's profile ↗
Rafael Leão is a left winger/striker for AC Milan in Serie A, with 29 appearances, 9 goals, and 3 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Leão, Victor Okoh Boniface of SV Werder Bremen and Franjo Ivanović of RC Lens both offer similar roles with fit scores of 87/100 and market values of €6m and €15m, respectively. Additionally, Iago Aspas and Gerard Moreno present budget options at €2m each, both with fit scores of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Victor Okoh Bonifacesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 26 | €5.5m | 93 | 87 |
| 2 | Franjo Ivanovićsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 23 | €15m | 91 | 87 |
| 3 | Iago Aspassimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 39 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Gerard Morenosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 34 | €2.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Christos Tzolissimilar↗ | Arsenal | 24 | €42m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Álvaro Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €9.1m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Nicolas Jacksonsimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 25 | €39m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Vangelis Pavlidissimilar↗ | Benfica | 28 | €30m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Loïs Opendasimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 26 | €27m | 87 | 84 |
| 10 | Mika Godtssimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 21 | €32m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 40 | €900k | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rafael Leão
≈ 100% Rafael Leão · strong: xG + xA, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Rafael Leão · strong: xG + xA, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Rafael Leão · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Rafael Leão?
Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.5m with a 85/100 match to Rafael Leão.
Who is the best-value alternative to Rafael Leão?
Victor Okoh Boniface offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €5.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Rafael Leão?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left winger) by how closely they match Rafael Leão'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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