Cheaper alternatives to Nemanja Matić
CM/CDMSassuolo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNemanja Matić's profile ↗
Nemanja Matić is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sassuolo in Serie A, with 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Matić, players like Beñat Gerenabarrena (CD Castellón) and Dirk Wanner Proper (NEC Nijmegen) both offer similar roles at a market value of €1m, achieving fit scores of 80/100 and 79/100 respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 89 | 80 |
| 2 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 87 | 79 |
| 3 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 32 | €900k | 87 | 79 |
| 4 | Dani Parejosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 37 | €1.0m | 85 | 78 |
| 5 | Calvin Twigtsimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 23 | €700k | 88 | 78 |
| 6 | Nacho Martínsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 24 | €1.0m | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 76 | 78 |
| 8 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 80 | 77 |
| 9 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 81 | 77 |
| 10 | Jandro Orellanasimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 26 | €1.0m | 85 | 77 |
| 11 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 81 | 77 |
| 12 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 74 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nemanja Matić
≈ 100% Nemanja Matić · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Nemanja Matić · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nemanja Matić · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Clearances /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nemanja Matić?
Calvin Twigt (FC Volendam) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 78/100 match to Nemanja Matić.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nemanja Matić?
Beñat Gerenabarrena offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nemanja Matić?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Nemanja Matić'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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