Wouter Burger alternatives
CM/CDMTSG Hoffenheim · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitWouter Burger's profile ↗
Wouter Burger is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for TSG Hoffenheim in the German Bundesliga, with 30 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Burger, consider James Ward-Prowse from Burnley, valued at €4m with a fit score of 84/100, or Pascal Groß from Brighton & Hove Albion, valued at €2m, also with a fit score of 83/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 90 | 84 |
| 2 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 87 | 83 |
| 5 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 93 | 83 |
| 6 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 7 | Corentin Tolissosimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 32 | €11m | 93 | 83 |
| 8 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €19m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Wouter Burger
≈ 100% Wouter Burger · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Wouter Burger · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Wouter Burger · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, Touches /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Wouter Burger?
Pascal Groß (Brighton & Hove Albion) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €2.3m with a 83/100 match to Wouter Burger.
Who is the best-value alternative to Wouter Burger?
James Ward-Prowse offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €4.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Wouter Burger?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Wouter Burger'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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