Cheaper alternatives to Dani Parejo
CMVillarreal · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDani Parejo's profile ↗
Dani Parejo is a central midfielder for Villarreal in La Liga, with 32 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Parejo include Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim and Charlie Patiño from Swansea City, both valued at €1m and with a fit score of 80/100. For those seeking a budget alternative to Parejo, Matúš Bero and Joris van Overeem also present viable options, each valued at €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 80 | 80 |
| 2 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 81 | 80 |
| 3 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 82 | 78 |
| 4 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 32 | €900k | 86 | 78 |
| 5 | Tom Cairneysimilar↗ | Fulham | 35 | €500k | 85 | 78 |
| 6 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 77 | 78 |
| 7 | Joe Rothwellsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 31 | €600k | 85 | 78 |
| 8 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 77 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dani Parejo
≈ 100% Dani Parejo · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Dani Parejo · strong: Accurate crosses, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Dani Parejo · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Dani Parejo?
Alexandru Maxim (Gaziantep FK) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 78/100 match to Dani Parejo.
Who is the best-value alternative to Dani Parejo?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Dani Parejo?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Dani Parejo'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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