Cheaper alternatives to Dener
CM/CDMPortimonense SAD · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitDener's profile ↗
Dener is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Portimonense SAD in the Primeira Liga, with 26 appearances in the 2023/24 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Dener, consider Dariusz Stalmach from 1. FC Magdeburg, who has a fit score of 82/100 and a market value of €2m, or Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 81/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 86 | 82 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 78 | 81 |
| 3 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 84 | 80 |
| 4 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 88 | 80 |
| 5 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 79 | 79 |
| 8 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 88 | 79 |
| 11 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 85 | 79 |
| 12 | Florian Flicksimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 26 | €700k | 89 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dener
≈ 100% Dener · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Dener · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Dener · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Dener?
Julian Baas (Excelsior) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 80/100 match to Dener.
Who is the best-value alternative to Dener?
Dariusz Stalmach offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €1.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Dener?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Dener'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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