Cheaper alternatives to Davy Klaassen
CMAFC Ajax · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavy Klaassen's profile ↗
Davy Klaassen is a central midfielder for AFC Ajax in the Eredivisie, with 29 appearances, 6 goals, and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Klaassen, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, who has a fit score of 87/100, or Arno Verschueren of Sparta Rotterdam, with a fit score of 86/100, both valued at €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 87 | 87 |
| 2 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 88 | 85 |
| 4 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Lecce | 30 | €900k | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Pieter Gerkenssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 31 | €700k | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Roman Kvetsimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €1.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 85 | 83 |
| 10 | Kerim Mrabtisimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €1.1m | 92 | 82 |
| 11 | Marvin Wanitzeksimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 33 | €900k | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €200k | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Davy Klaassen
≈ 100% Davy Klaassen · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Davy Klaassen · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
≈ 100% Davy Klaassen · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Davy Klaassen?
Emiliano Marcondes (Norwich City) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 83/100 match to Davy Klaassen.
Who is the best-value alternative to Davy Klaassen?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Davy Klaassen?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Davy Klaassen'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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