Niklas Schmidt alternatives
CM/CAM/CDMToulouse · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNiklas Schmidt's profile ↗
Niklas Schmidt is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Toulouse in Ligue 1, with 15 appearances, 1 goal, and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Schmidt, consider Thijs Oosting, Görkem Sağlam, Rémi Oudin, or Patrick Brouwer, all valued at €1m and fitting well into a similar role with a fit score of 82/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 86 | 83 |
| 2 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 3 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 30 | €900k | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 79 | 82 |
| 5 | Marvin Wanitzeksimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 33 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Lance Duijvestijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €700k | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Alex Salasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 25 | €1.0m | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 84 | 81 |
| 9 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 82 | 81 |
| 10 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 37 | €200k | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Haris Hajradinovićsimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €1.3m | 84 | 80 |
| 12 | Josh Windasssimilar↗ | Wrexham | 32 | €1.1m | 83 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Niklas Schmidt
≈ 100% Niklas Schmidt · strong: Clearances, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Niklas Schmidt · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Niklas Schmidt · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Niklas Schmidt?
Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 82/100 match to Niklas Schmidt.
Who is the best-value alternative to Niklas Schmidt?
Thijs Oosting offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Niklas Schmidt?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Niklas Schmidt'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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