Ganso alternatives
CAMFluminense · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitGanso's profile ↗
Ganso is an attacking midfielder for Fluminense in the Brazilian Serie A, with 17 appearances and 1 goal in 2025. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Ganso, Calvin Stengs from AZ Alkmaar offers a similar role at a market value of €5m, while Florian Sotoca of RC Lens is available for just €1m, both achieving a fit score of 77/100 in recent matches.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hakon Arnar Haraldssonsimilar↗ | Lille | 23 | €26m | 83 | 78 |
| 2 | Kenan Yıldızsimilar↗ | Juventus | 21 | €72m | 80 | 77 |
| 3 | Calvin Stengssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €4.8m | 79 | 77 |
| 4 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 78 | 77 |
| 5 | Jarne Steuckerssimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 24 | €5.5m | 74 | 77 |
| 6 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 79 | 76 |
| 7 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 81 | 76 |
| 8 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 21 | €21m | 78 | 76 |
| 9 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | €43m | 78 | 76 |
| 10 | Brajan Grudasimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 22 | €29m | 77 | 76 |
| 11 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 36 | €1.9m | 77 | 76 |
| 12 | Mario Sorianosimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 24 | €4.6m | 86 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ganso
≈ 100% Ganso · strong: Possession won in att. third, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Ganso · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Ganso · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ganso?
Ryan Merlen (Sint-Truidense VV) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.0m with a 76/100 match to Ganso.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ganso?
Hakon Arnar Haraldsson offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 78/100 at about €26m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ganso?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Ganso'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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