Cheaper alternatives to Paulinho
STPalmeiras · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitPaulinho's profile ↗
Paulinho is a striker for Palmeiras in the Brazilian Serie A, having made 26 appearances in 2024, scoring 8 goals and providing 1 assist. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Paulinho, consider Yago Santiago from Elche, valued at €1m, or Giuseppe Sibilli from Bari, who is available for free. Both players have a fit score of 80/100, making them solid budget options in a similar role.
12 cheaper alternatives to Paulinho
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yago Santiagosimilar↗ | Elche | 23 | €1.1m | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Giuseppe Sibillisimilar↗ | Bari | 30 | €400k | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Iago Aspassimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 39 | €1.5m | 81 | 80 |
| 4 | Paulo Dybalasimilar↗ | AS Roma | 33 | €5.2m | 86 | 80 |
| 5 | Wesley Saïdsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 31 | €5.3m | 88 | 79 |
| 6 | Gerard Morenosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 34 | €2.4m | 83 | 79 |
| 7 | Julen Lobetesimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 26 | €1.2m | 88 | 79 |
| 8 | Alan Patricksimilar↗ | Internacional | 35 | €2.2m | 84 | 79 |
| 9 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 84 | 78 |
| 10 | Antoine Griezmannsimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 35 | €7.6m | 85 | 78 |
| 11 | Sem van Duijnsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 22 | €700k | 83 | 78 |
| 12 | Salim El Jebarisimilar↗ | Mirandés | 22 | €400k | 86 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Paulinho
≈ 100% Paulinho · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Paulinho · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Paulinho · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Paulinho?
Giuseppe Sibilli (Bari) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 80/100 match to Paulinho.
Who is the best-value alternative to Paulinho?
Yago Santiago offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €1.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Paulinho?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Paulinho'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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