Liam Henderson alternatives
CM/CDM/CAMSampdoria · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLiam Henderson's profile ↗
Liam Henderson is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sampdoria in Serie B, with 30 appearances and 2 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Henderson, consider Odysseus Velanas from PEC Zwolle, who achieved a fit score of 83/100, or Görkem Sağlam from Kayserispor, with a fit score of 82/100, both valued at €1m. Other options include Patrick Brouwer and Thijs Oosting, also valued at €1m and fitting well into a similar role.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Odysseus Velanassimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 28 | €600k | 88 | 83 |
| 2 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
| 3 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 80 | 82 |
| 4 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 84 | 81 |
| 5 | Pieter Gerkenssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 31 | €700k | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | FC Twente | 29 | €700k | 86 | 81 |
| 7 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 30 | €900k | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Marvin Wanitzeksimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 33 | €900k | 85 | 80 |
| 9 | Vito van Crooijsimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 30 | €900k | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Sander van de Streeksimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 33 | €500k | 88 | 80 |
| 12 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Liam Henderson
≈ 100% Liam Henderson · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Liam Henderson · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Liam Henderson · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Liam Henderson?
Odysseus Velanas (PEC Zwolle) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 83/100 match to Liam Henderson.
Who is the best-value alternative to Liam Henderson?
Odysseus Velanas offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Liam Henderson?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Liam Henderson'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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