Pepelu alternatives
CM/CDMValencia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPepelu's profile ↗
Pepelu is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Valencia in La Liga, with 31 appearances and 2 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Pepelu, consider Samu from Vitória SC, valued at €2m with a fit score of 83/100, or Pascal Groß from Brighton & Hove Albion, also at €2m and a fit score of 82/100. James Ward-Prowse from Burnley and Doğucan Haspolat from KVC Westerlo are additional options, valued at €4m and €5m respectively, both with a fit score of 82/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 87 | 83 |
| 2 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 85 | 82 |
| 3 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 86 | 82 |
| 4 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 85 | 82 |
| 6 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 82 | 82 |
| 8 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 32 | €1.2m | 94 | 81 |
| 9 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 29 | €800k | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pepelu
≈ 100% Pepelu · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Pepelu · strong: Accurate crosses, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Pepelu · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Pepelu?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 82/100 match to Pepelu.
Who is the best-value alternative to Pepelu?
Samu offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €2.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Pepelu?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Pepelu'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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