Matt O'Riley alternatives
CMBrighton & Hove Albion · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMatt O'Riley's profile ↗
Matt O'Riley is a central midfielder for Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League, with 15 appearances and 1 goal this season. For those searching for cheaper alternatives to O'Riley, Kristian Hlynsson from FC Twente offers a fit score of 85/100 at a market value of €6m, while James Ward-Prowse from Burnley is available for €4m, also with a fit score of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 87 | 85 |
| 2 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 84 | 84 |
| 4 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 88 | 84 |
| 5 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 87 | 84 |
| 6 | Ryotaro Itosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 28 | €5.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Sebastian Szymańskisimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 27 | €13m | 90 | 84 |
| 8 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Farès Chaïbisimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | €15m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 37 | €200k | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 86 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Matt O'Riley
≈ 100% Matt O'Riley · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Matt O'Riley · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Matt O'Riley · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Matt O'Riley?
Kevin Stöger (Borussia M'gladbach) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.9m with a 84/100 match to Matt O'Riley.
Who is the best-value alternative to Matt O'Riley?
Kristian Hlynsson offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €5.7m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Matt O'Riley?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Matt O'Riley'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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