Cheaper alternatives to Youssef El Arabi
STNantes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYoussef El Arabi's profile ↗
Youssef El Arabi is a striker for Nantes in Ligue 1, with 25 appearances and 3 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to El Arabi, consider Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen, who has a fit score of 81/100 and a market value of €3m. Other budget alternatives include Lukas Nmecha from Leeds United and Emersonn from Toulouse, both also possessing fit scores of 81/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 84 | 81 |
| 2 | Lukas Nmechasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €9.1m | 87 | 81 |
| 3 | Etta Eyongsimilar↗ | Levante UD | 23 | €16m | 88 | 81 |
| 4 | Emersonnsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 22 | €7.7m | 88 | 80 |
| 5 | Thijs Dallingasimilar↗ | Toulouse | 26 | €9.8m | 85 | 80 |
| 6 | Marvin Pieringersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €2.7m | 85 | 80 |
| 7 | Álvaro Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €9.1m | 83 | 79 |
| 8 | Danny Welbecksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 36 | €3.1m | 84 | 79 |
| 9 | Igor Thiagosimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €68m | 86 | 79 |
| 10 | André Silvasimilar↗ | Elche | 31 | €2.8m | 84 | 79 |
| 11 | Phillip Tietzsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 29 | €3.8m | 88 | 79 |
| 12 | Kevin Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 26 | €5.8m | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Youssef El Arabi
≈ 100% Youssef El Arabi · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Youssef El Arabi · strong: xG + xA, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Youssef El Arabi · strong: Possession won in att. third, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Youssef El Arabi?
Marvin Pieringer (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €2.7m with a 80/100 match to Youssef El Arabi.
Who is the best-value alternative to Youssef El Arabi?
Thom van Bergen offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €3.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Youssef El Arabi?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Youssef El Arabi'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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