Cheaper alternatives to Merlin Röhl
CM/CDM/CAMEverton · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMerlin Röhl's profile ↗
Merlin Röhl is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Everton in the Premier League. In the 2025/26 season, he made 16 appearances, contributing 1 goal. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Röhl, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 84/100, or Eric Ebimbe from Eintracht Frankfurt, priced at €6m and a fit score of 80/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 85 | 84 |
| 2 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 83 | 80 |
| 3 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 87 | 80 |
| 4 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 79 | 80 |
| 5 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 86 | 80 |
| 6 | Tanguy Coulibalysimilar↗ | Montpellier | 25 | €1.3m | 84 | 80 |
| 7 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 81 | 80 |
| 8 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 87 | 79 |
| 9 | Lucas Hölersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €2.9m | 84 | 79 |
| 10 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 88 | 79 |
| 11 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 83 | 79 |
| 12 | Christopher Scottsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 24 | €2.1m | 83 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Merlin Röhl
≈ 100% Merlin Röhl · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Merlin Röhl · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Merlin Röhl · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Big chances created /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Merlin Röhl?
Marvin Mehlem (Darmstadt 98) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 80/100 match to Merlin Röhl.
Who is the best-value alternative to Merlin Röhl?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Merlin Röhl?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Merlin Röhl'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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