Cheaper alternatives to Luca Mazzitelli
CM/CDMSassuolo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuca Mazzitelli's profile ↗
Luca Mazzitelli is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sassuolo in Serie B, with 18 appearances, 2 goals, and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Mazzitelli, consider Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim, who has a fit score of 81/100 and a market value of €1m, or Giulio Maggiore of Salernitana, valued at €0m with a fit score of 80/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 81 | 81 |
| 2 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Salernitana | 28 | €500k | 93 | 80 |
| 3 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 85 | 79 |
| 4 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 82 | 78 |
| 5 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 80 | 78 |
| 6 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 79 | 78 |
| 7 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 79 | 78 |
| 8 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 76 | 77 |
| 9 | Thomas Brunssimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 34 | €200k | 81 | 77 |
| 10 | Finn Porathsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 29 | €800k | 86 | 77 |
| 11 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 74 | 77 |
| 12 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 77 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luca Mazzitelli
≈ 100% Luca Mazzitelli · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Luca Mazzitelli · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Luca Mazzitelli · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Luca Mazzitelli?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 77/100 match to Luca Mazzitelli.
Who is the best-value alternative to Luca Mazzitelli?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Luca Mazzitelli?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Luca Mazzitelli'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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