Cheaper alternatives to Milan Badelj
CDM/CMGenoa · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitMilan Badelj's profile ↗
Milan Badelj is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Genoa in Serie A, aged 37, with 23 appearances in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Badelj, consider Darko Nejašmić from NEC Nijmegen, Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim, or Eric Ebimbe from Eintracht Frankfurt, all of whom have a fit score of 81/100 and offer similar roles at significantly lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 81 | 81 |
| 3 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 84 | 81 |
| 4 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 82 | 81 |
| 5 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 81 | 80 |
| 6 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 83 | 80 |
| 7 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 76 | 80 |
| 8 | Lewis Mileysimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 20 | €27m | 90 | 80 |
| 9 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 83 | 80 |
| 10 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 12 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 85 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Milan Badelj
≈ 100% Milan Badelj · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Milan Badelj · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Milan Badelj · strong: Aerial duels won, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Milan Badelj?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 81/100 match to Milan Badelj.
Who is the best-value alternative to Milan Badelj?
Darko Nejašmić offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €4.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Milan Badelj?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Milan Badelj'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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