Cheaper alternatives to Leon Avdullahu
CM/CDMTSG Hoffenheim · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLeon Avdullahu's profile ↗
Leon Avdullahu is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for TSG Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga, where he made 33 appearances during the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Avdullahu, players like Pepelu from Valencia, valued at €7m with a fit score of 81/100, and Sydie Peck from Sheffield United, valued at €15m with a similar fit score, offer viable options. Additionally, Samu from Vizela and Gianluca Busio from Venezia also present budget-friendly alternatives.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 86 | 81 |
| 2 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 84 | 81 |
| 3 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 83 | 81 |
| 4 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 83 | 80 |
| 5 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 32 | €900k | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 81 | 80 |
| 7 | Dani Parejosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 37 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 82 | 80 |
| 9 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 84 | 79 |
| 10 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 81 | 79 |
| 11 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 84 | 79 |
| 12 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 85 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Leon Avdullahu
≈ 100% Leon Avdullahu · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Leon Avdullahu · strong: Aerial duels won, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Leon Avdullahu · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Leon Avdullahu?
Joris van Overeem (SC Heerenveen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €900k with a 80/100 match to Leon Avdullahu.
Who is the best-value alternative to Leon Avdullahu?
Pepelu offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €7.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Leon Avdullahu?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Leon Avdullahu'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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