Cheaper alternatives to Carlo Boukhalfa
CM/CAM/CDMFC St. Pauli · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitCarlo Boukhalfa's profile ↗
Carlo Boukhalfa is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for FC St. Pauli in the Bundesliga, having made 25 appearances in the 2024/25 season, scoring 2 goals. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Boukhalfa, Noah Naujoks and Jakob Napoleon Romsaas both play in similar roles, with fit scores of 86/100 and 85/100, respectively, and market values of €1m. Other budget alternatives include Irakli Yegoian and Patrick Brouwer, valued at €2m and €1m, with fit scores of 83/100 and 82/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 88 | 86 |
| 2 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 88 | 85 |
| 3 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 83 |
| 4 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 80 | 82 |
| 5 | Christopher Scottsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 24 | €2.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Willum Thor Willumssonsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 28 | €1.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 84 | 82 |
| 8 | Kenan Karamansimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 32 | €1.7m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Callum Langsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 28 | €2.6m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Tanguy Coulibalysimilar↗ | Montpellier | 25 | €1.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Thomas Robinetsimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 30 | €800k | 85 | 82 |
| 12 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Carlo Boukhalfa
≈ 100% Carlo Boukhalfa · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Carlo Boukhalfa · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Carlo Boukhalfa · strong: Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Carlo Boukhalfa?
Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 82/100 match to Carlo Boukhalfa.
Who is the best-value alternative to Carlo Boukhalfa?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Carlo Boukhalfa?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Carlo Boukhalfa'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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