Cheaper alternatives to Marvin Mehlem
CM/CAM/CDMArminia Bielefeld · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarvin Mehlem's profile ↗
Marvin Mehlem is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Arminia Bielefeld in the 2. Bundesliga, having made 19 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Mehlem, consider Patrick Brouwer from SC Telstar, who has a fit score of 87/100, or Lance Duijvestijn of Fortuna Sittard, with a fit score of 82/100. Both players offer similar roles at a market value of €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 88 | 87 |
| 2 | Lance Duijvestijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 3 | Pablo Gozálbezsimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 25 | €700k | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Odysseus Velanassimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 28 | €600k | 86 | 82 |
| 5 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Jon Eceizabarrenasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €200k | 92 | 81 |
| 7 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Justin Lonwijksimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €800k | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 84 | 80 |
| 10 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Rober Gonzálezsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 25 | €600k | 82 | 80 |
| 12 | Sander van de Streeksimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 33 | €500k | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marvin Mehlem
≈ 100% Marvin Mehlem · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Marvin Mehlem · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Marvin Mehlem · strong: Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Marvin Mehlem?
Jon Eceizabarrena (Real Sociedad B) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 81/100 match to Marvin Mehlem.
Who is the best-value alternative to Marvin Mehlem?
Patrick Brouwer offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Marvin Mehlem?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Marvin Mehlem'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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