Cheaper alternatives to Santiago Castro
STBologna · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSantiago Castro's profile ↗
Santiago Castro is a striker for Bologna in the Serie A, having made 35 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 7 goals and providing 2 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Castro, Victor Okoh Boniface (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) offers a fit score of 83/100 at a market value of €6m, while Edin Džeko (Fenerbahçe) presents a budget option with a fit score of 82/100 for just €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Victor Okoh Bonifacesimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 26 | €5.5m | 86 | 83 |
| 2 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 40 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 3 | Marvin Pieringersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €2.7m | 88 | 82 |
| 4 | Álvaro Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €9.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Kaj Sierhuissimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 28 | €1.9m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Promise Davidsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 25 | €18m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Lukas Nmechasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €9.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Andrej Ilićsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 26 | €8.3m | 85 | 81 |
| 9 | Nicolò Tresoldisimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 22 | €27m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Tolu Arokodaresimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 26 | €18m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Jesús Ramírezsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 28 | €5.2m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 83 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Santiago Castro
≈ 100% Santiago Castro · strong: xG + xA, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Santiago Castro · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Santiago Castro · strong: Big chances created, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Santiago Castro?
Edin Džeko (Fenerbahçe) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €900k with a 82/100 match to Santiago Castro.
Who is the best-value alternative to Santiago Castro?
Victor Okoh Boniface offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €5.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Santiago Castro?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Santiago Castro'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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