Cheaper alternatives to Will Hughes
CM/CDMCrystal Palace · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitWill Hughes's profile ↗
Will Hughes is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Crystal Palace in the Premier League, with 31 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those searching for cheaper alternatives to Hughes, Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim offers a fit score of 85/100 at a market value of €1m, while Samu from Vizela has a fit score of 84/100 and a value of €2m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 88 | 85 |
| 2 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 3 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 88 | 83 |
| 4 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 87 | 83 |
| 5 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 88 | 83 |
| 6 | Carles Aleñásimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €2.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Florian Neuhaussimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 29 | €2.7m | 85 | 81 |
| 8 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 77 | 81 |
| 9 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 84 | 81 |
| 10 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 83 | 81 |
| 11 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 84 | 81 |
| 12 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Will Hughes
≈ 100% Will Hughes · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Will Hughes · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Will Hughes · 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 Will Hughes?
Charlie Patiño (Swansea City) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 83/100 match to Will Hughes.
Who is the best-value alternative to Will Hughes?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Will Hughes?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Will Hughes'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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