Cheaper alternatives to Charles Pickel
CM/CDMCremonese · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCharles Pickel's profile ↗
Charles Pickel is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Cremonese in Serie B. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Pickel, Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 85/100, and Manolo Portanova from Reggiana, who has a fit score of 83/100 and is available for free, are notable options. Additionally, Kevin Sessa and Frederik Schmahl, both valued at €1m, also present budget-friendly alternatives.
12 cheaper alternatives to Charles Pickel
| # | 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↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 82 | 81 |
| 4 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 84 | 81 |
| 5 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 90 | 79 |
| 10 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 84 | 79 |
| 11 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 80 | 79 |
| 12 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 83 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, 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, Aerial duels won /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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