Cheaper alternatives to Kristian Thorstvedt
CM/CAMSassuolo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKristian Thorstvedt's profile ↗
Kristian Thorstvedt is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Sassuolo in Serie B, with 32 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 4 goals and 4 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Thorstvedt, Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim and Florian Sotoca from RC Lens both offer similar roles at a market value of €1m, with fit scores of 86/100 and 85/100, respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 86 | 84 |
| 4 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 85 | 84 |
| 6 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 82 | 84 |
| 8 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 85 | 83 |
| 10 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Daan Heymanssimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 27 | €6.5m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kristian Thorstvedt
≈ 100% Kristian Thorstvedt · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Kristian Thorstvedt · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Kristian Thorstvedt · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Kristian Thorstvedt?
Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 84/100 match to Kristian Thorstvedt.
Who is the best-value alternative to Kristian Thorstvedt?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Kristian Thorstvedt?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Kristian Thorstvedt'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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