James Maddison alternatives
CAM/CMTottenham Hotspur · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitJames Maddison's profile ↗
James Maddison is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Maddison, consider Cameron Puertas from SV Werder Bremen, who has a fit score of 88/100 and a market value of €7m, or Giovani Lo Celso at Real Betis, valued at €8m with a fit score of 87/100. Other budget options include Kevin Stöger and Isco, both showing strong fit scores at lower values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 94 | 88 |
| 2 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 98 | 87 |
| 3 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 95 | 86 |
| 5 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 91 | 86 |
| 7 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 96 | 86 |
| 8 | Calvin Stengssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €4.8m | 92 | 86 |
| 9 | Azzedine Ounahisimilar↗ | Girona FC | 26 | €10m | 96 | 86 |
| 10 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Pablo Pagissimilar↗ | Paris FC | 24 | €14m | 93 | 85 |
| 12 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 93 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match James Maddison
≈ 100% James Maddison · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% James Maddison · strong: Key passes, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% James Maddison · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to James Maddison?
Kevin Stöger (Borussia M'gladbach) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.9m with a 87/100 match to James Maddison.
Who is the best-value alternative to James Maddison?
Cameron Puertas offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €6.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to James Maddison?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match James Maddison'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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