Cheaper alternatives to Erik Botheim
STMalmö FF · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitErik Botheim's profile ↗
Erik Botheim is a striker for Malmö FF in the Allsvenskan, having made 14 appearances with an impressive record of 10 goals and 2 assists in 2026. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Botheim, consider Álex Forés from Villarreal B U23, who has a fit score of 81/100 and a market value of €1m, or Ibrahim Diabaté of GAIS, with a fit score of 80/100 and the same valuation.
12 cheaper alternatives to Erik Botheim
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Álex Foréssimilar↗ | Villarreal B U23 | 25 | €600k | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Ibrahim Diabatésimilar↗ | GAIS | 27 | €1.4m | 93 | 80 |
| 3 | Olivier Giroudsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 40 | €900k | 81 | 79 |
| 4 | Nikola Štulićsimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 25 | €3.2m | 82 | 79 |
| 5 | Braian Romerosimilar↗ | Vélez Sarsfield | 35 | €300k | 86 | 79 |
| 6 | Martijn Kaarssimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 27 | €3.1m | 92 | 78 |
| 7 | Ante Budimirsimilar↗ | Osasuna | 35 | €2.6m | 82 | 78 |
| 8 | Timothé Nkadasimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 27 | €1.8m | 91 | 78 |
| 9 | Milan Zonneveldsimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 23 | €400k | 78 | 78 |
| 10 | Bård Finnesimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 81 | 77 |
| 11 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 76 | 77 |
| 12 | Marco Nastisimilar↗ | Bari | 23 | €1.3m | 85 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Erik Botheim
≈ 100% Erik Botheim · strong: Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Erik Botheim · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Erik Botheim · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Erik Botheim?
Braian Romero (Vélez Sarsfield) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 79/100 match to Erik Botheim.
Who is the best-value alternative to Erik Botheim?
Álex Forés offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Erik Botheim?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Erik Botheim'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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