Cheaper alternatives to Ricardo Pepi
STPSV Eindhoven · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRicardo Pepi's profile ↗
Ricardo Pepi is a striker for PSV Eindhoven in the Eredivisie, where he has made 26 appearances this season, scoring 16 goals and providing 1 assist. For those searching for a cheaper alternative to Pepi, Santiago Giménez of Feyenoord, valued at €19m, and Benito Raman from KV Mechelen, valued at just €1m, both offer similar roles with fit scores of 87/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Ricardo Pepi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santiago Giménezsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €19m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Benito Ramansimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €800k | 93 | 87 |
| 3 | Ieltsin Camõessimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 27 | €800k | 89 | 86 |
| 4 | Loïs Opendasimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 26 | €27m | 94 | 86 |
| 5 | Myron Boadusimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 25 | €3.8m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Wissam Ben Yeddersimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 36 | €500k | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Mateo Reteguisimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €29m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Jonathan Burkardtsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 26 | €29m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 40 | €900k | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Robert Lewandowskisimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 38 | €6.5m | 92 | 83 |
| 11 | Kévin Denkeysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €12m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyangsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 37 | €2.4m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ricardo Pepi
≈ 100% Ricardo Pepi · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Ricardo Pepi · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Ricardo Pepi · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ricardo Pepi?
Wissam Ben Yedder (AS Monaco) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 84/100 match to Ricardo Pepi.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ricardo Pepi?
Santiago Giménez offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €19m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ricardo Pepi?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Ricardo Pepi'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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