Cheaper alternatives to Birkir Bjarnason
CAM/CMBrescia · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitBirkir Bjarnason's profile ↗
Birkir Bjarnason is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for Brescia in Serie B, where he has made 27 appearances in the 2024/25 season, scoring 4 goals and providing 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Bjarnason, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, who has a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €1m, or Daan Heymans from RC Sporting Charleroi, valued at €6m with a fit score of 85/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Birkir Bjarnason
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 88 | 86 |
| 2 | Daan Heymanssimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 27 | €6.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Thomas Robinetsimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 30 | €800k | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 84 | 84 |
| 5 | Omri Gandelmansimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 6 | Stiven Shpendisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €4.2m | 84 | 83 |
| 7 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 83 | 83 |
| 9 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 83 | 82 |
| 11 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 85 | 82 |
| 12 | Fraser Hornbysimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 27 | €4.4m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Birkir Bjarnason
≈ 100% Birkir Bjarnason · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Birkir Bjarnason · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Birkir Bjarnason · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Birkir Bjarnason?
Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 84/100 match to Birkir Bjarnason.
Who is the best-value alternative to Birkir Bjarnason?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Birkir Bjarnason?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Birkir Bjarnason'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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