Tom Krauß alternatives
CM/CDM1. FC Köln · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitTom Krauß's profile ↗
Tom Krauß is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for 1. FC Köln in the Bundesliga, with 26 appearances and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Krauß, players like Beñat Gerenabarrena from Athletic Club, valued at €1m with a fit score of 81/100, and Enric Llansana from RSC Anderlecht, valued at €2m with a fit score of 79/100, present viable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 2 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 3 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 81 | 79 |
| 4 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 80 | 79 |
| 5 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 80 | 79 |
| 6 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 86 | 79 |
| 7 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 82 | 79 |
| 8 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Boca Juniors | 37 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 29 | €800k | 81 | 78 |
| 10 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 88 | 78 |
| 11 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 80 | 78 |
| 12 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 92 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tom Krauß
≈ 100% Tom Krauß · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Tom Krauß · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Tom Krauß · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Tom Krauß?
Ander Herrera (Boca Juniors) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 79/100 match to Tom Krauß.
Who is the best-value alternative to Tom Krauß?
Beñat Gerenabarrena offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Tom Krauß?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Tom Krauß'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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