Cheaper alternatives to Óscar Valentín
CM/CDMRayo Vallecano · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitÓscar Valentín's profile ↗
Óscar Valentín is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Rayo Vallecano in La Liga, with 33 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Valentín, Noah Naujoks from Excelsior offers a similar role at a market value of €1m, achieving a fit score of 79/100, while Dariusz Stalmach from 1. FC Magdeburg matches his fit score, also valued at €2m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 74 | 79 |
| 2 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 81 | 79 |
| 3 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Salernitana | 28 | €500k | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 84 | 78 |
| 5 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 85 | 78 |
| 6 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 84 | 78 |
| 8 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 26 | €1.3m | 88 | 77 |
| 9 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 85 | 77 |
| 10 | Florian Flicksimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 26 | €700k | 87 | 77 |
| 11 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Monza | 32 | €1.2m | 87 | 77 |
| 12 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 89 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Óscar Valentín
≈ 100% Óscar Valentín · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Óscar Valentín · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Óscar Valentín · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Óscar Valentín?
Giulio Maggiore (Salernitana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 79/100 match to Óscar Valentín.
Who is the best-value alternative to Óscar Valentín?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 79/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Óscar Valentín?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Óscar Valentín'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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