Cheaper alternatives to Paulinho
STSporting CP · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitPaulinho's profile ↗
Paulinho is a striker for Sporting CP in the Primeira Liga, with 31 appearances, 15 goals, and 5 assists in the 2023/24 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Paulinho, Luuk de Jong (PSV Eindhoven) offers a fit score of 86/100 at a market value of €0m, while Edin Džeko (Fenerbahçe) and Ricky van Wolfswinkel (FC Twente) also present budget options with fit scores of 84/100 and 83/100, respectively.
12 cheaper alternatives to Paulinho
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 40 | €900k | 90 | 84 |
| 3 | Ricky van Wolfswinkelsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 37 | €200k | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Gerard Morenosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 34 | €2.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 5 | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyangsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 37 | €2.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Olivier Giroudsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 40 | €900k | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Sam Lammerssimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 29 | €4.3m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Mohamed Bambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 25 | €1.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Myron Boadusimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 25 | €3.8m | 87 | 82 |
| 10 | Iago Aspassimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 39 | €1.5m | 84 | 81 |
| 11 | Chuba Akpomsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 31 | €3.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 12 | Marvin Duckschsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 32 | €1.4m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Paulinho
≈ 100% Paulinho · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Paulinho · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Paulinho · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Paulinho?
Ricky van Wolfswinkel (FC Twente) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 83/100 match to Paulinho.
Who is the best-value alternative to Paulinho?
Luuk de Jong offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €500k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Paulinho?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Paulinho'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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