Stiven Shpendi alternatives
ST/CAMEmpoli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitStiven Shpendi's profile ↗
Stiven Shpendi is a striker/attacking midfielder for Empoli in Serie B, with 35 appearances resulting in 15 goals and 2 assists during the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Shpendi, consider David Min from FC Utrecht, valued at €2m, or Thom van Bergen of FC Groningen, priced at €3m, both showcasing a strong fit score of 85/100. Other budget options include Benito Raman from KV Mechelen at €1m and Mohammed Fuseini of Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, also valued at €2m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Minsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 27 | €1.6m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 87 | 85 |
| 3 | Benito Ramansimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 4 | Mohammed Fuseinisimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 24 | €2.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Makhtar Gueyesimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €1.8m | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Braian Romerosimilar↗ | Vélez Sarsfield | 35 | €300k | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Stefano Marinosimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €1.0m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Ante Budimirsimilar↗ | Osasuna | 35 | €2.6m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Adriano Bertaccinisimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 26 | €4.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Nikola Štulićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €3.2m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Max Deansimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 22 | €2.4m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stiven Shpendi
≈ 100% Stiven Shpendi · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Stiven Shpendi · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Stiven Shpendi · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Stiven Shpendi?
Braian Romero (Vélez Sarsfield) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 84/100 match to Stiven Shpendi.
Who is the best-value alternative to Stiven Shpendi?
David Min offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Stiven Shpendi?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Stiven Shpendi'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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