Cheaper alternatives to Maximilian Arnold
CM/CDMVfL Wolfsburg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMaximilian Arnold's profile ↗
Maximilian Arnold is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for VfL Wolfsburg in the German Bundesliga, with 25 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 4 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Arnold, players like Görkem Sağlam from Hatayspor (fit 86/100, value €1m) and Simone Pontisso from Catanzaro (fit 84/100, value €1m) offer similar roles at a lower market value.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 90 | 86 |
| 2 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Giacomo Calòsimilar↗ | Frosinone | 29 | €2.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 5 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Lecce | 30 | €900k | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 84 | 81 |
| 8 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 84 | 81 |
| 9 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 82 | 81 |
| 10 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 84 | 81 |
| 11 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 83 | 81 |
| 12 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 83 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Maximilian Arnold
≈ 100% Maximilian Arnold · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Maximilian Arnold · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Maximilian Arnold · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Maximilian Arnold?
Alexandru Maxim (Gaziantep FK) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 81/100 match to Maximilian Arnold.
Who is the best-value alternative to Maximilian Arnold?
Görkem Sağlam offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Maximilian Arnold?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Maximilian Arnold'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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