Cheaper alternatives to Sebastian Ernst
CM/CDM/CAMSSV Jahn Regensburg · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitSebastian Ernst's profile ↗
Sebastian Ernst is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for SSV Jahn Regensburg in the German 2. Bundesliga, with 29 appearances in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Ernst, consider Jakob Napoleon Romsaas from RC Sporting Charleroi, who has a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €1m, or Noah Naujoks of Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 85/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Sebastian Ernst
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 90 | 87 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 86 | 85 |
| 3 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 80 | 82 |
| 4 | Joe Gelhardtsimilar↗ | Hull City | 24 | €15m | 84 | 82 |
| 5 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Tanguy Coulibalysimilar↗ | Montpellier | 25 | €1.3m | 86 | 81 |
| 7 | Bilal Bafdilisimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €900k | 81 | 81 |
| 8 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 92 | 81 |
| 11 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 83 | 81 |
| 12 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sebastian Ernst
≈ 100% Sebastian Ernst · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Sebastian Ernst · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Sebastian Ernst · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Sebastian Ernst?
Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 82/100 match to Sebastian Ernst.
Who is the best-value alternative to Sebastian Ernst?
Jakob Napoleon Romsaas offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €1.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Sebastian Ernst?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Sebastian Ernst'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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