Max Dean alternatives
STKAA Gent · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMax Dean's profile ↗
Max Dean is a striker for KAA Gent in the Belgian Pro League, having made 23 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 7 goals and providing 1 assist. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Max Dean, players like Benito Raman from KV Mechelen and Marvin Ducksch from Birmingham City both have a fit score of 84/100 and are valued at €1m. Additionally, Luuk de Jong offers a budget option with a fit score of 84/100 and a market value of €0m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Benito Ramansimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €800k | 88 | 84 |
| 2 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | FC Porto | 36 | €500k | 87 | 84 |
| 3 | Marvin Duckschsimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 32 | €1.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Patrick Bamfordsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 33 | €1.0m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 40 | €900k | 86 | 81 |
| 6 | Olivier Giroudsimilar↗ | Lille | 40 | €900k | 85 | 81 |
| 7 | Iago Aspassimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 39 | €1.5m | 84 | 81 |
| 8 | Michael Gregoritschsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 32 | €1.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Bryan Linssensimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 36 | €300k | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Ciro Immobilesimilar↗ | No team | 36 | €1.7m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Milan Zonneveldsimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 23 | €400k | 82 | 80 |
| 12 | Bård Finnesimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 85 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Max Dean
≈ 100% Max Dean · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Max Dean · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Max Dean · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Max Dean?
Luuk de Jong (FC Porto) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 84/100 match to Max Dean.
Who is the best-value alternative to Max Dean?
Benito Raman offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Max Dean?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Max Dean'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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