Cheaper alternatives to Khéphren Thuram
CM/CDMJuventus · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKhéphren Thuram's profile ↗
Khéphren Thuram is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Juventus in Serie A, with 35 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 3 goals and 3 assists. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Thuram, Eric Ebimbe from Eintracht Frankfurt offers a fit score of 87/100 at a market value of €6m, while Joey Veerman of PSV Eindhoven is available for €26m with a fit score of 86/100. Additionally, Kevin Sessa and Juninho Bacuna present budget options at €1m and €2m, respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 93 | 87 |
| 2 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 90 | 86 |
| 4 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 91 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Khéphren Thuram
≈ 100% Khéphren Thuram · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Khéphren Thuram · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Khéphren Thuram · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Khéphren Thuram?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 86/100 match to Khéphren Thuram.
Who is the best-value alternative to Khéphren Thuram?
Eric Ebimbe offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €6.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Khéphren Thuram?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Khéphren Thuram'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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