Cheaper alternatives to Philipp Sander
CM/CDM/CBHolstein Kiel · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPhilipp Sander's profile ↗
Philipp Sander is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Holstein Kiel in the 2. Bundesliga, with 30 appearances and 2 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Sander, consider Enric Llansana from Go Ahead Eagles, who has a fit score of 85/100 and a market value of €2m, or Jan Schöppner from 1. FC Heidenheim, valued at €3m with a fit score of 82/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 89 | 84 |
| 3 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 84 | 82 |
| 9 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 84 | 82 |
| 10 | Terry Devlinsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 23 | €3.9m | 91 | 81 |
| 11 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 79 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Philipp Sander
≈ 100% Philipp Sander · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Philipp Sander · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Philipp Sander · strong: Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Philipp Sander?
Mikel Vesga (Athletic Club) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.2m with a 82/100 match to Philipp Sander.
Who is the best-value alternative to Philipp Sander?
Enric Llansana offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €2.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Philipp Sander?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Philipp Sander'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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