Cheaper alternatives to Julian Brandt
CAM/CMBorussia Dortmund · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJulian Brandt's profile ↗
Julian Brandt is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for Borussia Dortmund in the German Bundesliga, with 29 appearances, 7 goals, and 4 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Brandt, consider Sami Ouaissa from NEC Nijmegen, valued at €8m with a fit score of 88/100, or Mohamed Ihattaren of Fortuna Sittard, valued at €3m with a fit score of 87/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 88 |
| 2 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 90 | 87 |
| 3 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 33 | €1.8m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Alan Patricksimilar↗ | Internacional | 35 | €2.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Pablo Pagissimilar↗ | Lorient | 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: Successful dribbles, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Julian Brandt · strong: Shots, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Julian Brandt · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /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?
Sami Ouaissa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €8.2m.
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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