Cheaper alternatives to Erling Haaland
STManchester City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitErling Haaland's profile ↗
Erling Haaland is a striker for Manchester City in the Premier League, having made 35 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 27 goals and providing 8 assists. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Haaland, Luuk de Jong from PSV Eindhoven has a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €0m, while Edin Džeko from Fenerbahçe offers a fit of 85/100 for just €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 40 | €900k | 92 | 85 |
| 3 | Victor Okoh Bonifacesimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 26 | €5.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 4 | Brian Brobbeysimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €32m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Olivier Giroudsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 40 | €900k | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Tolu Arokodaresimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 26 | €18m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Promise Davidsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 25 | €18m | 94 | 85 |
| 8 | Santiago Giménezsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €19m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Victor Osimhensimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 28 | €73m | 96 | 84 |
| 10 | Gonçalo Ramossimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €28m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyangsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 37 | €2.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Serhou Guirassysimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 30 | €34m | 93 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Erling Haaland
≈ 100% Erling Haaland · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Erling Haaland · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Erling Haaland · strong: xG + xA, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Erling Haaland?
Luuk de Jong (PSV Eindhoven) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 86/100 match to Erling Haaland.
Who is the best-value alternative to Erling Haaland?
Luuk de Jong offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €500k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Erling Haaland?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Erling Haaland'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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