Cheaper alternatives to Mario Pašalić
CM/CDM/CAMAtalanta · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMario Pašalić's profile ↗
Mario Pašalić is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Atalanta in Serie A. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Pašalić, consider James Ward-Prowse of West Ham United, valued at €4m with a fit score of 85/100, or Ryan Merlen from Sint-Truidense VV, who has a market value of €1m and a fit score of 84/100. Other budget options include Florian Sotoca and Pascal Groß, both valued at €1m and €2m respectively, also with fit scores of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 90 | 84 |
| 3 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 88 | 84 |
| 4 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Franco Cristaldosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 30 | €3.6m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Hans Vanakensimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 34 | €4.8m | 94 | 83 |
| 9 | Jarne Steuckerssimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 24 | €5.5m | 82 | 83 |
| 10 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 86 | 83 |
| 12 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 82 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mario Pašalić
≈ 100% Mario Pašalić · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Mario Pašalić · strong: Accurate long balls, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Mario Pašalić · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Mario Pašalić?
Görkem Sağlam (Hatayspor) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 84/100 match to Mario Pašalić.
Who is the best-value alternative to Mario Pašalić?
James Ward-Prowse offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €4.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Mario Pašalić?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Mario Pašalić'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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