Cheaper alternatives to Emiliano Buendía
LW/CAMAston Villa · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEmiliano Buendía's profile ↗
Emiliano Buendía is a left winger/attacking midfielder for Aston Villa in the Premier League, with 36 appearances, 6 goals, and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Buendía, consider Florian Sotoca from RC Lens, who has a fit score of 81/100 and a market value of €1m, or Ivan Perišić at PSV Eindhoven, with a fit score of 80/100 and also valued at €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 85 | 81 |
| 2 | Ivan Perišićsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 37 | €1.2m | 86 | 80 |
| 3 | Pablo Pagissimilar↗ | Lorient | 24 | €14m | 85 | 80 |
| 4 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 83 | 80 |
| 5 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Atalanta | 28 | €13m | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Arijon Ibrahimovićsimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €11m | 79 | 80 |
| 7 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 83 | 80 |
| 8 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 82 | 79 |
| 9 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 85 | 79 |
| 10 | Vincenzo Grifosimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 33 | €3.7m | 82 | 79 |
| 11 | Álex Berenguersimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 31 | €4.1m | 83 | 79 |
| 12 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 76 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Emiliano Buendía
≈ 100% Emiliano Buendía · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Emiliano Buendía · strong: Aerial duels won %, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Big chances created /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Emiliano Buendía · strong: Accurate crosses, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Emiliano Buendía?
Ivan Perišić (PSV Eindhoven) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.2m with a 80/100 match to Emiliano Buendía.
Who is the best-value alternative to Emiliano Buendía?
Florian Sotoca offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €1.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Emiliano Buendía?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left winger) by how closely they match Emiliano Buendía'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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