Josh Cullen alternatives
CM/CDMBurnley · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosh Cullen's profile ↗
Josh Cullen is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Burnley in the Championship, with 18 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 2 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Cullen, players like Enric Llansana from RSC Anderlecht, valued at €2m with a fit score of 81/100, and Dariusz Stalmach from SV Werder Bremen, valued at €2m with a fit score of 80/100, offer similar roles at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 84 | 80 |
| 3 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 85 | 80 |
| 4 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 85 | 80 |
| 5 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 79 | 79 |
| 8 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 30 | €900k | 84 | 79 |
| 9 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 78 | 79 |
| 10 | Manu Morlanessimilar↗ | Mallorca | 27 | €2.2m | 90 | 79 |
| 11 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 83 | 79 |
| 12 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 73 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Josh Cullen
≈ 100% Josh Cullen · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Josh Cullen · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Josh Cullen · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Josh Cullen?
Görkem Sağlam (Kayserispor) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 79/100 match to Josh Cullen.
Who is the best-value alternative to Josh Cullen?
Enric Llansana offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €2.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Josh Cullen?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Josh Cullen'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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