Cheaper alternatives to Neymar
CAM/ST/LWSantos · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitNeymar's profile ↗
Neymar is an attacking midfielder/striker for Santos in the BRA-Serie A, currently valued at €8m. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Neymar, consider Gerard Moreno from Villarreal, who has a fit score of 85/100 and a market value of €2m. Other budget alternatives include Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo, fit 84/100, €2m) and Vincenzo Grifo (SC Freiburg, fit 83/100, €4m).
12 cheaper alternatives to Neymar
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gerard Morenosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 34 | €2.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 2 | Iago Aspassimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 39 | €1.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Vincenzo Grifosimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 33 | €3.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 6 | Paulo Dybalasimilar↗ | AS Roma | 33 | €5.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Victor Okoh Bonifacesimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 26 | €5.5m | 84 | 82 |
| 12 | Manor Solomonsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 27 | €7.8m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Neymar
≈ 100% Neymar · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Neymar · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Neymar · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Neymar?
Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.5m with a 85/100 match to Neymar.
Who is the best-value alternative to Neymar?
Gerard Moreno offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €2.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Neymar?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Neymar'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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