Cheaper alternatives to Samuel Essende
STVizela · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamuel Essende's profile ↗
Samuel Essende is a striker for Vizela in the Primeira Liga, with 30 appearances, 7 goals, and 2 assists in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Essende, consider Kaj Sierhuis from Fortuna Sittard, valued at €2m with a fit score of 80/100, or Mohamed Bamba from Lorient, also at €2m and a fit score of 79/100. Other budget options include Stefano Marino and Edin Džeko, both valued at €1m with similar fit scores.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kaj Sierhuissimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 28 | €1.9m | 86 | 80 |
| 2 | Mohamed Bambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 25 | €1.8m | 84 | 79 |
| 3 | Stefano Marinosimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €1.0m | 83 | 79 |
| 4 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 40 | €900k | 81 | 79 |
| 5 | Daniel Mosquerasimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 27 | €1.7m | 87 | 79 |
| 6 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 78 | 78 |
| 7 | David Minsimilar↗ | RKC Waalwijk | 27 | €1.6m | 86 | 78 |
| 8 | Kike Garcíasimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 37 | €700k | 88 | 78 |
| 9 | Nuno Da Costasimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 35 | €400k | 86 | 78 |
| 10 | Ricky van Wolfswinkelsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 37 | €200k | 84 | 78 |
| 11 | Steve Mouniésimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 32 | €1.5m | 85 | 77 |
| 12 | Benito Ramansimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €800k | 77 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samuel Essende
≈ 100% Samuel Essende · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Samuel Essende · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Samuel Essende · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Samuel Essende?
Luuk de Jong (PSV Eindhoven) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 78/100 match to Samuel Essende.
Who is the best-value alternative to Samuel Essende?
Kaj Sierhuis offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €1.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Samuel Essende?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Samuel Essende'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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