Cheaper alternatives to Jan Schöppner
CM/CDM1. FC Heidenheim · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJan Schöppner's profile ↗
Jan Schöppner is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for 1. FC Heidenheim in the Bundesliga, with 31 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 3 goals and 3 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Schöppner, Noah Naujoks from Excelsior (fit 86/100, value €1m) and Dariusz Stalmach from 1. FC Magdeburg (fit 83/100, value €2m) offer similar roles at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 86 | 87 |
| 2 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 89 | 83 |
| 3 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 82 | 82 |
| 4 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 83 | 81 |
| 5 | Kuryu Matsukisimilar↗ | Southampton | 23 | €2.8m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 82 | 80 |
| 7 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Martin Palumbosimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 24 | €1.6m | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 81 | 80 |
| 12 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 82 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jan Schöppner
≈ 100% Jan Schöppner · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Jan Schöppner · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Jan Schöppner · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Jan Schöppner?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 81/100 match to Jan Schöppner.
Who is the best-value alternative to Jan Schöppner?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Jan Schöppner?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Jan Schöppner'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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