Cheaper alternatives to Edin Džeko
STFC Schalke 04 · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitEdin Džeko's profile ↗
Edin Džeko is a striker for FC Schalke 04 in the 2. Bundesliga, having made 35 appearances in the 2024/25 season, scoring 14 goals and providing 4 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Džeko, players like Luuk de Jong from PSV Eindhoven, with a fit score of 87/100 and a market value of €0m, or Bård Finne from SK Brann, valued at €1m with a fit score of 83/100, could be suitable options.
7 cheaper alternatives to Edin Džeko
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Bård Finnesimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 84 | 83 |
| 3 | Olivier Giroudsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 40 | €900k | 87 | 82 |
| 4 | Ieltsin Camõessimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 27 | €800k | 81 | 81 |
| 5 | Ricky van Wolfswinkelsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 37 | €200k | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Magnus Wolff Eikremsimilar↗ | Molde FK | 36 | €300k | 86 | 80 |
| 7 | Wissam Ben Yeddersimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 36 | €500k | 84 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Edin Džeko
≈ 100% Edin Džeko · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Edin Džeko · strong: xG + xA, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Edin Džeko · strong: Big chances created, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Edin Džeko?
Ricky van Wolfswinkel (FC Twente) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 80/100 match to Edin Džeko.
Who is the best-value alternative to Edin Džeko?
Luuk de Jong offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €500k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Edin Džeko?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Edin Džeko'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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