Bukayo Saka alternatives
RWArsenal · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBukayo Saka's profile ↗
Bukayo Saka is a right winger for Arsenal in the Premier League, having made 31 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 7 goals and providing 5 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Saka, players like Nicolas Pépé of Villarreal, valued at €7m with a fit score of 86, or Johan Bakayoko from RB Leipzig, valued at €19m with a fit score of 84, could be considered. Other budget options include Ángel Di María and Edon Zhegrova, both fitting well into a similar role at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nicolas Pépésimilar↗ | Villarreal | 31 | €6.6m | 95 | 86 |
| 2 | Johan Bakayokosimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 23 | €19m | 90 | 84 |
| 3 | Ángel Di Maríasimilar↗ | Rosario Central | 38 | €1.9m | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Edon Zhegrovasimilar↗ | Juventus | 27 | €9.5m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Leon Baileysimilar↗ | Olympiacos FC | 29 | €13m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Yan Diomandesimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 20 | €99m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Brahim Díazsimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 27 | €37m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Brajan Grudasimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 22 | €29m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Bryan Mbeumosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 27 | €73m | 93 | 83 |
| 11 | Francisco Conceiçãosimilar↗ | Juventus | 24 | €28m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Bukayo Saka
≈ 100% Bukayo Saka · strong: Key passes, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Bukayo Saka · strong: Sofascore rating, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Successful dribbles /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Bukayo Saka · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Bukayo Saka?
Ángel Di María (Rosario Central) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.9m with a 84/100 match to Bukayo Saka.
Who is the best-value alternative to Bukayo Saka?
Nicolas Pépé offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €6.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Bukayo Saka?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (right winger) by how closely they match Bukayo Saka'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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