Edo Kayembe alternatives
CM/CAM/CDMWatford · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEdo Kayembe's profile ↗
Edo Kayembe is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Watford in the Championship, with 37 appearances, 4 goals, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Kayembe, consider Levi Smans from SC Heerenveen, Mohamed Ihattaren from Fortuna Sittard, or Jakob Napoleon Romsaas from RC Sporting Charleroi, all of whom have fit scores of 87/100 and lower market values, making them suitable budget options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 90 | 87 |
| 3 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 90 | 87 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 92 | 86 |
| 5 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 85 | 85 |
| 7 | Bilal Bafdilisimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €900k | 88 | 85 |
| 8 | Miguel Cardososimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €1.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 9 | Oliver Batista Meiersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 25 | €1.5m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Edo Kayembe
≈ 100% Edo Kayembe · strong: Key passes, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Edo Kayembe · strong: Shots, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Edo Kayembe · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Edo Kayembe?
Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 85/100 match to Edo Kayembe.
Who is the best-value alternative to Edo Kayembe?
Levi Smans offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Edo Kayembe?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Edo Kayembe'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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