Cheaper alternatives to Aleksandar Pavlović
CM/CDMFC Bayern München · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAleksandar Pavlović's profile ↗
Aleksandar Pavlović is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for FC Bayern München in the Bundesliga, with 24 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Pavlović, consider James Ward-Prowse of West Ham United, valued at €4m, or Görkem Sağlam from Hatayspor, valued at just €1m, both achieving a fit score of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Will Smallbonesimilar↗ | Southampton | 26 | €3.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 87 | 84 |
| 7 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 87 | 84 |
| 8 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Orkun Kökçüsimilar↗ | Benfica | 26 | €24m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 86 | 83 |
| 12 | Hans Vanakensimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 34 | €4.8m | 92 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Aleksandar Pavlović
≈ 100% Aleksandar Pavlović · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Aleksandar Pavlović · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Aleksandar Pavlović · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Aleksandar Pavlović?
Görkem Sağlam (Hatayspor) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Aleksandar Pavlović.
Who is the best-value alternative to Aleksandar Pavlović?
James Ward-Prowse offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €4.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Aleksandar Pavlović?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Aleksandar Pavlović'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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