Cheaper alternatives to Marvin Friedrich
CB/RBBorussia M'gladbach · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarvin Friedrich's profile ↗
Marvin Friedrich is a centre-back/right-back for Borussia M'gladbach in the Bundesliga, having made 22 appearances in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Friedrich, consider Casper Widell from Excelsior, Tiago Esgaio of FC Arouca, and Reece Burke from Luton Town, all valued at €1m and boasting a fit score of 82/100. Jeffrey Gouweleeuw from FC Augsburg also presents a budget option with a similar fit score.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 88 | 82 |
| 2 | Tiago Esgaiosimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 31 | €1.0m | 85 | 82 |
| 3 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 30 | €1.0m | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 85 | 81 |
| 7 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 84 | 81 |
| 8 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 85 | 81 |
| 9 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 86 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marvin Friedrich
≈ 100% Marvin Friedrich · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Marvin Friedrich · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Marvin Friedrich · strong: Duels won, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Big chances created /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Marvin Friedrich?
Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 82/100 match to Marvin Friedrich.
Who is the best-value alternative to Marvin Friedrich?
Casper Widell offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €1.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Marvin Friedrich?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Marvin Friedrich'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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