Charles Pickel alternatives
CM/CDMEspanyol · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCharles Pickel's profile ↗
Charles Pickel is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Espanyol in La Liga, with 24 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Pickel, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior (fit 85/100, value €1m) or Manolo Portanova from Reggiana (fit 83/100, value €0m), both offering similar roles at a lower market value.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 84 | 85 |
| 2 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 86 | 83 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 82 | 81 |
| 4 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 84 | 81 |
| 5 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 9 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 84 | 79 |
| 10 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 23 | €600k | 80 | 79 |
| 11 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 83 | 79 |
| 12 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 79 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Charles Pickel
≈ 100% Charles Pickel · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Charles Pickel · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Charles Pickel · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Charles Pickel?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 83/100 match to Charles Pickel.
Who is the best-value alternative to Charles Pickel?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Charles Pickel?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Charles Pickel'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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