Cheaper alternatives to Rihito Yamamoto
CM/CDMSint-Truidense VV · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRihito Yamamoto's profile ↗
Rihito Yamamoto is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sint-Truidense VV in the Belgian Pro League, with 38 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Yamamoto, consider Samu from Vizela, valued at €2m with a fit score of 87/100, or Filip Krastev from PEC Zwolle, valued at €3m, also with a fit score of 87/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Rihito Yamamoto
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 94 | 87 |
| 3 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 91 | 87 |
| 4 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 88 | 86 |
| 5 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 87 | 86 |
| 6 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 8 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 95 | 86 |
| 9 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 91 | 86 |
| 11 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 12 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rihito Yamamoto
≈ 100% Rihito Yamamoto · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Rihito Yamamoto · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Rihito Yamamoto · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Rihito Yamamoto?
Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €900k with a 86/100 match to Rihito Yamamoto.
Who is the best-value alternative to Rihito Yamamoto?
Samu offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €2.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Rihito Yamamoto?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Rihito Yamamoto'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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