Cheaper alternatives to Vitaly Janelt
CM/CDMBrentford · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitVitaly Janelt's profile ↗
Vitaly Janelt is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Brentford in the Premier League, with 25 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Janelt, consider James Ward-Prowse from West Ham United, Pepelu from Valencia, or Pascal Groß from Brighton & Hove Albion, all of whom have a fit score of 84/100 and a significantly lower market value.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 90 | 84 |
| 2 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 86 | 83 |
| 5 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 7 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 86 | 82 |
| 8 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 86 | 82 |
| 11 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 91 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Vitaly Janelt
≈ 100% Vitaly Janelt · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Vitaly Janelt · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Vitaly Janelt · strong: Aerial duels won, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Vitaly Janelt?
Pascal Groß (Brighton & Hove Albion) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €2.3m with a 83/100 match to Vitaly Janelt.
Who is the best-value alternative to Vitaly Janelt?
James Ward-Prowse offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €4.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Vitaly Janelt?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Vitaly Janelt'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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