Cheaper alternatives to Pierre-Emile Højbjerg
CM/CDMOlympique de Marseille · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPierre-Emile Højbjerg's profile ↗
Pierre-Emile Højbjerg is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Olympique de Marseille in Ligue 1, with 32 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 4 goals and 5 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Højbjerg, Gjivai Zechiël from FC Utrecht has a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €10m, while Gianluca Busio of Venezia offers a budget option at €7m with a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 90 | 86 |
| 2 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 96 | 85 |
| 3 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Atalanta | 28 | €13m | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 8 | Mario Pašalićsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 31 | €6.2m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 93 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pierre-Emile Højbjerg
≈ 100% Pierre-Emile Højbjerg · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Pierre-Emile Højbjerg · strong: Sofascore rating, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Touches /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Pierre-Emile Højbjerg · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Pierre-Emile Højbjerg?
Pascal Groß (Brighton & Hove Albion) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €2.3m with a 84/100 match to Pierre-Emile Højbjerg.
Who is the best-value alternative to Pierre-Emile Højbjerg?
Gjivai Zechiël offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €11m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Pierre-Emile Højbjerg?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Pierre-Emile Højbjerg'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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