Pepe alternatives
CBFC Porto · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitPepe's profile ↗
Pepe is a centre-back for FC Porto in the Primeira Liga, having made 22 appearances in the 2023/24 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Pepe, Eric Smith of FC St. Pauli and Adrián de la Fuente from Levante UD both offer similar defensive roles with fit scores of 86/100 and market values of €5m and €4m, respectively. Additionally, Ross Sykes from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise is another budget alternative, valued at €5m with a fit score of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Smithsimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €5.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 87 | 86 |
| 3 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 87 | 85 |
| 4 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 85 | 85 |
| 6 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 86 | 84 |
| 7 | Odin Luras Bjørtuftsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 28 | €4.1m | 88 | 84 |
| 8 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 85 | 84 |
| 10 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pepe
≈ 100% Pepe · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Pepe · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Pepe · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Pepe?
Alexander Rossipal (SG Dynamo Dresden) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 85/100 match to Pepe.
Who is the best-value alternative to Pepe?
Eric Smith offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €5.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Pepe?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Pepe'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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