Cheaper alternatives to Marcel Franke
CBKarlsruher SC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarcel Franke's profile ↗
Marcel Franke is a centre-back for Karlsruher SC in the 2. Bundesliga, with 29 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Franke, Andrew Hughes from Preston North End offers a fit score of 80/100, while Craig Forsyth of Derby County and Shane Duffy from Norwich City both present solid options with fit scores of 79/100, all at a market value of €0m.
3 cheaper alternatives to Marcel Franke
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 83 | 80 |
| 2 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 82 | 79 |
| 3 | Shane Duffysimilar↗ | Norwich City | 34 | €300k | 90 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marcel Franke
≈ 100% Marcel Franke · strong: Aerial duels won, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Marcel Franke · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Marcel Franke · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Touches /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Marcel Franke?
Craig Forsyth (Derby County) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 79/100 match to Marcel Franke.
Who is the best-value alternative to Marcel Franke?
Andrew Hughes offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €300k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Marcel Franke?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Marcel Franke'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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