Cheaper alternatives to Mauricio Benitez
CM/CDMRoyal Antwerp FC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMauricio Benitez's profile ↗
Mauricio Benitez is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Royal Antwerp FC in the Belgian Pro League, with 27 appearances and 3 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Benitez, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 84/100, or Matías Vecino from Lazio, also at €1m and a fit score of 82/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Mauricio Benitez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 82 | 84 |
| 2 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 87 | 82 |
| 3 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 91 | 81 |
| 7 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 84 | 81 |
| 8 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 84 | 81 |
| 9 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 82 | 80 |
| 11 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Salernitana | 28 | €500k | 93 | 80 |
| 12 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 81 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mauricio Benitez
≈ 100% Mauricio Benitez · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Mauricio Benitez · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Mauricio Benitez · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Mauricio Benitez?
Frederik Schmahl (SV 07 Elversberg) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 81/100 match to Mauricio Benitez.
Who is the best-value alternative to Mauricio Benitez?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Mauricio Benitez?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Mauricio Benitez'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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