Cheaper alternatives to Morgan Sanson
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 and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Sanson, Irakli Yegoian from Excelsior offers a fit score of 85/100 at a market value of €2m, while Juninho Bacuna from Birmingham City presents a similar role with a fit score of 84/100, also valued at €2m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 2 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 3 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 85 | 83 |
| 4 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 87 | 83 |
| 5 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 81 | 82 |
| 6 | Ayoni Santossimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 21 | €2.1m | 93 | 82 |
| 7 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 84 | 82 |
| 8 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 84 | 82 |
| 9 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 85 | 82 |
| 10 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 79 | 82 |
| 11 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 88 | 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: Shots, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Morgan Sanson · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Morgan Sanson?
Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 82/100 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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