Cheaper alternatives to Alan Varela
CM/CDMFC Porto · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlan Varela's profile ↗
Alan Varela is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for FC Porto in the Primeira Liga, with 30 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Varela, players like Gianluca Busio from Venezia, valued at €7m, and Sydie Peck of Sheffield United, valued at €15m, offer similar roles at significantly lower market values. Additionally, Nuno Santos from Vitória SC and Görkem Sağlam from Hatayspor present even more budget-friendly options.
12 cheaper alternatives to Alan Varela
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 93 | 86 |
| 2 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 90 | 86 |
| 4 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 86 | 85 |
| 7 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 88 | 85 |
| 9 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alan Varela
≈ 100% Alan Varela · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Alan Varela · strong: Aerial duels won, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Alan Varela · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Alan Varela?
Görkem Sağlam (Hatayspor) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Alan Varela.
Who is the best-value alternative to Alan Varela?
Gianluca Busio offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €7.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Alan Varela?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Alan Varela'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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