Morgan Sanson alternatives
CM/CDMNice · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMorgan Sanson's profile ↗
Morgan Sanson is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Nice in Ligue 1, with 31 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Sanson, Irakli Yegoian from Excelsior, valued at €2m and with a fit score of 85/100, or Levi Smans from SC Heerenveen, valued at €1m with a fit score of 84/100, are notable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 2 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 85 | 84 |
| 3 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 4 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 85 | 83 |
| 5 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €300k | 88 | 83 |
| 6 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.6m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 81 | 83 |
| 8 | Ayoni Santossimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 21 | €2.1m | 93 | 82 |
| 9 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 84 | 82 |
| 10 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 85 | 82 |
| 11 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 84 | 82 |
| 12 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 79 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Morgan Sanson
≈ 100% Morgan Sanson · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Morgan Sanson · strong: Key passes, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Morgan Sanson · strong: Shots, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Morgan Sanson?
Shiloh 't Zand (Fortuna Sittard) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 83/100 match to Morgan Sanson.
Who is the best-value alternative to Morgan Sanson?
Irakli Yegoian offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.7m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Morgan Sanson?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Morgan Sanson'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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