Cheaper alternatives to Rani Khedira
CDM/CM1. FC Union Berlin · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRani Khedira's profile ↗
Rani Khedira is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for 1. FC Union Berlin in the Bundesliga, with 32 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Khedira, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, who has a fit score of 83/100 and a market value of €1m, or Thijs Oosting from PEC Zwolle, valued at €1m with a fit score of 82/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 81 | 83 |
| 2 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 82 | 82 |
| 3 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 83 | 80 |
| 4 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 82 | 80 |
| 5 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 85 | 79 |
| 6 | Pieter Gerkenssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 31 | €700k | 84 | 79 |
| 7 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Salernitana | 28 | €500k | 90 | 79 |
| 8 | Joffrey Bultelsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €400k | 90 | 78 |
| 9 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 78 | 78 |
| 10 | Justin Lonwijksimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €800k | 80 | 78 |
| 11 | Casper Nielsensimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 32 | €1.4m | 85 | 78 |
| 12 | Everson Juniorsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 23 | €1.1m | 87 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rani Khedira
≈ 100% Rani Khedira · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Rani Khedira · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Rani Khedira · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Rani Khedira?
Joffrey Bultel (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 78/100 match to Rani Khedira.
Who is the best-value alternative to Rani Khedira?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Rani Khedira?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Rani Khedira'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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