Julian Brandt alternatives
CAM/CMAFC Ajax · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJulian Brandt's profile ↗
Julian Brandt is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for AFC Ajax in the Eredivisie, with 29 appearances, 7 goals, and 4 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Brandt, consider Mohamed Ihattaren from Fortuna Sittard, valued at €3m, or Calvin Stengs of AZ Alkmaar, priced at €5m; both boast a fit score of 87/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 90 | 87 |
| 2 | Calvin Stengssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €4.8m | 94 | 87 |
| 3 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 87 |
| 4 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €1.8m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Alan Patricksimilar↗ | Internacional | 35 | €2.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 93 | 85 |
| 10 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Pablo Pagissimilar↗ | Paris FC | 24 | €14m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Julian Brandt
≈ 100% Julian Brandt · strong: Shots, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Julian Brandt · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Julian Brandt · strong: Successful dribbles, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Julian Brandt?
Jonas Hofmann (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.6m with a 85/100 match to Julian Brandt.
Who is the best-value alternative to Julian Brandt?
Mohamed Ihattaren offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €3.2m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Julian Brandt?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Julian Brandt'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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