Casemiro alternatives
CM/CDMManchester United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCasemiro's profile ↗
Casemiro is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Manchester United in the Premier League, with 34 appearances and a market value of €6m in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Casemiro, consider James Ward-Prowse from Burnley, valued at €4m with a fit score of 83/100, or Jae-sung Lee from 1. FSV Mainz 05, valued at €2m with a fit score of 82/100. Other budget options include Noah Naujoks and Kevin Sessa, both valued at €1m and with fit scores of 82/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 88 | 83 |
| 2 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 79 | 82 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 83 | 82 |
| 5 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 84 | 82 |
| 6 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 83 | 81 |
| 8 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 85 | 81 |
| 9 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 83 | 81 |
| 10 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 33 | €3.6m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | FC Twente | 29 | €700k | 82 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Casemiro
≈ 100% Casemiro · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Casemiro · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Casemiro · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Casemiro?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 82/100 match to Casemiro.
Who is the best-value alternative to Casemiro?
James Ward-Prowse offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €4.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Casemiro?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Casemiro'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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