Leander Dendoncker alternatives
CM/CDMReal Oviedo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLeander Dendoncker's profile ↗
Leander Dendoncker is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Real Oviedo in La Liga, with 19 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Dendoncker, consider Daniel Requena from Levante UD and Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, both valued at €1m and achieving a fit score of 80/100. Additionally, Stanko Jurić from Real Valladolid offers a similar role at the same market value.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 76 | 80 |
| 3 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 81 | 79 |
| 4 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 92 | 79 |
| 5 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 85 | 78 |
| 6 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 87 | 78 |
| 7 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 78 |
| 8 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 85 | 78 |
| 9 | Peru Nolaskoainsimilar↗ | Eibar | 28 | €800k | 91 | 78 |
| 10 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Bari | 28 | €500k | 89 | 78 |
| 11 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 82 | 78 |
| 12 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 77 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Leander Dendoncker
≈ 100% Leander Dendoncker · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Leander Dendoncker · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Leander Dendoncker · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Leander Dendoncker?
Gustavo Assunção (AVS - Futebol SAD) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 78/100 match to Leander Dendoncker.
Who is the best-value alternative to Leander Dendoncker?
Daniel Requena offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Leander Dendoncker?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Leander Dendoncker'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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