Paul Nebel alternatives
CAM/CM1. FSV Mainz 05 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPaul Nebel's profile ↗
Paul Nebel is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for 1. FSV Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga, with 30 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 5 goals and 2 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Nebel, consider Facundo Buonanotte from Elche, valued at €11m, or Cameron Puertas from SV Werder Bremen, available for €7m. Other budget alternatives include Mohamed Ihattaren at €3m and Sami Ouaissa for €8m, both playing in the Eredivisie.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 94 | 88 |
| 2 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 93 | 87 |
| 3 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 89 | 86 |
| 4 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Pablo Pagissimilar↗ | Paris FC | 24 | €14m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Sebastiano Espositosimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 24 | €14m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Fabian Riedersimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 24 | €11m | 93 | 85 |
| 10 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Nantes | 36 | €1.2m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Bilal Bafdilisimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €900k | 88 | 85 |
| 12 | Younes Tahasimilar↗ | FC Twente | 24 | €4.2m | 88 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Paul Nebel
≈ 100% Paul Nebel · strong: Duels won, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Paul Nebel · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Paul Nebel · strong: Shots, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Paul Nebel?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Paul Nebel.
Who is the best-value alternative to Paul Nebel?
Facundo Buonanotte offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €11m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Paul Nebel?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Paul Nebel'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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