Eric Martel alternatives
CM/CDM/CB1. FC Köln · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEric Martel's profile ↗
Eric Martel is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for 1. FC Köln in the 2. Bundesliga, aged 24, with a market value of €8m. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Martel, consider Enric Llansana from RSC Anderlecht, valued at €2m with a fit score of 84/100, or Mikel Vesga from Athletic Club, valued at €1m with a fit score of 83/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 2 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 87 | 83 |
| 4 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 93 | 83 |
| 7 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 79 | 83 |
| 8 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 84 | 82 |
| 10 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Eric Martel
≈ 100% Eric Martel · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Eric Martel · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Eric Martel · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Eric Martel?
Justin Hubner (Fortuna Sittard) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.0m with a 83/100 match to Eric Martel.
Who is the best-value alternative to Eric Martel?
Enric Llansana offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €2.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Eric Martel?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Eric Martel'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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