Cheaper alternatives to Carlos Alcaraz
CM/CAMSouthampton · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCarlos Alcaraz's profile ↗
Carlos Alcaraz is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Southampton in the Championship, with 20 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Alcaraz, consider Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim, who has a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €1m, or Florian Sotoca from RC Lens, also valued at €1m with a fit score of 84/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Carlos Alcaraz
| # | 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 | 84 |
| 3 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 85 | 84 |
| 5 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Bruno Zapellisimilar↗ | Athletico | 24 | €4.7m | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 83 | 82 |
| 10 | Mert Kömürsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 21 | €12m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Carlos Alcaraz
≈ 100% Carlos Alcaraz · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Carlos Alcaraz · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Carlos Alcaraz · strong: Accurate long balls, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Carlos Alcaraz?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 86/100 match to Carlos Alcaraz.
Who is the best-value alternative to Carlos Alcaraz?
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 Carlos Alcaraz?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Carlos Alcaraz'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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