Matteo Cichella alternatives
CM/CDMFrosinone · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMatteo Cichella's profile ↗
Matteo Cichella is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Frosinone in Serie A, with 36 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Cichella, consider Thijs Oosting and Noah Naujoks, both from PEC Zwolle and Excelsior in the Eredivisie, respectively, each valued at €1m and boasting a fit score of 86/100. Additionally, Victor Jensen from FC Utrecht, valued at €2m, and Andrea Franzoni from Virtus Entella, valued at €1m, also present strong budget options in a similar role.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 90 | 86 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 86 | 86 |
| 3 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 89 | 86 |
| 4 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Omri Gandelmansimilar↗ | Lecce | 26 | €2.8m | 87 | 83 |
| 6 | Mael Corbozsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 32 | €400k | 92 | 83 |
| 7 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 85 | 83 |
| 8 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | FC Twente | 29 | €700k | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 83 | 82 |
| 11 | Markus Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 26 | €1.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 21 | €1.1m | 92 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Matteo Cichella
≈ 100% Matteo Cichella · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Matteo Cichella · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Matteo Cichella · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Matteo Cichella?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 83/100 match to Matteo Cichella.
Who is the best-value alternative to Matteo Cichella?
Thijs Oosting offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Matteo Cichella?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Matteo Cichella'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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