Cheaper alternatives to Artem Stepanov
ST1. FC Nürnberg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitArtem Stepanov's profile ↗
Artem Stepanov is a striker for 1. FC Nürnberg in the 2. Bundesliga, having made 13 appearances this season, scoring 4 goals and providing 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Stepanov, consider Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen, valued at €3m with a fit score of 86/100, or Stefano Marino from SC Paderborn 07, available for €1m and a fit score of 84/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Artem Stepanov
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Stefano Marinosimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €1.0m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Max Deansimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 22 | €2.4m | 88 | 83 |
| 4 | Aaron Biboutsimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €3.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyangsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 37 | €2.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 40 | €900k | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Benito Ramansimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €800k | 85 | 82 |
| 8 | Myron Boadusimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 25 | €3.8m | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 84 | 81 |
| 10 | Makhtar Gueyesimilar↗ | RWDM Brussels | 29 | €1.8m | 89 | 81 |
| 11 | Ante Budimirsimilar↗ | Osasuna | 35 | €2.6m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Steve Ngourasimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €4.7m | 90 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Artem Stepanov
≈ 100% Artem Stepanov · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Artem Stepanov · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Artem Stepanov · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Artem Stepanov?
Benito Raman (KV Mechelen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 82/100 match to Artem Stepanov.
Who is the best-value alternative to Artem Stepanov?
Thom van Bergen offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €3.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Artem Stepanov?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Artem Stepanov'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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