Cheaper alternatives to Daniel Maldini
CAM/STLazio · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaniel Maldini's profile ↗
Daniel Maldini is an attacking midfielder/striker for Lazio in Serie A, with 21 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Maldini, players like Iván Romero from Levante UD (fit 85/100, value €7m) and Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen (fit 84/100, value €3m) present viable options in similar roles at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iván Romerosimilar↗ | Levante UD | 25 | €7.4m | 95 | 85 |
| 2 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 87 | 84 |
| 3 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Gerard Morenosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 34 | €2.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Álvaro Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €9.1m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Nicolas Pépésimilar↗ | Villarreal | 31 | €6.6m | 92 | 83 |
| 8 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Lille | 36 | €1.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 10 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Iago Aspassimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 39 | €1.5m | 85 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daniel Maldini
≈ 100% Daniel Maldini · strong: Duels won, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Daniel Maldini · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Daniel Maldini · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Daniel Maldini?
Gerard Moreno (Villarreal) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €2.4m with a 84/100 match to Daniel Maldini.
Who is the best-value alternative to Daniel Maldini?
Iván Romero offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €7.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Daniel Maldini?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Daniel Maldini'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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