Cheaper alternatives to Samu
CAM/CMVitória SC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamu's profile ↗
Samu is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for Vitória SC in the Primeira Liga, with 29 appearances, 7 goals, and 3 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Samu, consider Patrick Brouwer from SC Telstar, who has a fit score of 87/100 and a market value of €1m. Other budget alternatives include Lance Duijvestijn and Jakob Napoleon Romsaas, both valued at €1m and fitting well into a similar role.
12 cheaper alternatives to Samu
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 88 | 87 |
| 2 | Lance Duijvestijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €700k | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 89 | 86 |
| 4 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Oliver Batista Meiersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 25 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Miguel Cardososimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €1.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Alan Patricksimilar↗ | Internacional | 35 | €2.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 85 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samu
≈ 100% Samu · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Samu · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Samu · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Samu?
Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 87/100 match to Samu.
Who is the best-value alternative to Samu?
Patrick Brouwer offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Samu?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Samu'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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