Cheaper alternatives to Josh Laurent
CM/CDMBurnley · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosh Laurent's profile ↗
Josh Laurent is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Burnley in the Championship, with 33 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Laurent, consider Daniel Requena from Córdoba (fit 81/100), Noah Naujoks from Excelsior (fit 80/100), or Beñat Gerenabarrena from CD Castellón (fit 78/100), all valued at €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 81 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 76 | 80 |
| 3 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 84 | 78 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 76 | 78 |
| 5 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 85 | 77 |
| 6 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 84 | 77 |
| 7 | Yassin Oukilisimilar↗ | RKC Waalwijk | 25 | €700k | 88 | 77 |
| 8 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 78 | 77 |
| 9 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 81 | 77 |
| 10 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 77 | 77 |
| 11 | Finn Porathsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 29 | €800k | 86 | 77 |
| 12 | Joel Silvasimilar↗ | Boavista | 23 | €400k | 85 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Josh Laurent
≈ 100% Josh Laurent · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Josh Laurent · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Josh Laurent · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Josh Laurent?
Nordin Bukala (FC Volendam) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 77/100 match to Josh Laurent.
Who is the best-value alternative to Josh Laurent?
Daniel Requena offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Josh Laurent?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Josh Laurent'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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