Noah Cadiou alternatives
CDM/CMLorient · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNoah Cadiou's profile ↗
Noah Cadiou is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Lorient in Ligue 1, with 28 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Cadiou, players like Matías Vecino (fit 83/100, value €1m), Noah Naujoks (fit 82/100, value €1m), and Kevin Sessa (fit 82/100, value €1m) offer similar roles at a significantly lower market value.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 79 | 82 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 83 | 82 |
| 4 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 5 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 83 | 81 |
| 6 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 24 | €1.4m | 93 | 81 |
| 7 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 92 | 80 |
| 8 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 81 | 80 |
| 9 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 84 | 80 |
| 10 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 80 | 80 |
| 11 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 82 | 80 |
| 12 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 79 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Noah Cadiou
≈ 100% Noah Cadiou · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
≈ 100% Noah Cadiou · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Noah Cadiou · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Noah Cadiou?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 82/100 match to Noah Cadiou.
Who is the best-value alternative to Noah Cadiou?
Matías Vecino offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €1.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Noah Cadiou?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Noah Cadiou'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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