Cheaper alternatives to Jens Castrop
CM/CAM1. FC Nürnberg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJens Castrop's profile ↗
Jens Castrop is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for 1. FC Nürnberg in the 2. Bundesliga, with 26 appearances, 3 goals, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those searching for cheaper alternatives to Castrop, consider Eric Ebimbe from Eintracht Frankfurt, valued at €6m and boasting a fit score of 84/100, or the budget option Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim, valued at just €1m with a similar fit score.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 89 | 84 |
| 2 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 88 | 84 |
| 3 | Tanguy Coulibalysimilar↗ | Montpellier | 25 | €1.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 84 | 83 |
| 5 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 82 | 83 |
| 6 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Adrian Becksimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 29 | €1.5m | 91 | 82 |
| 10 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 83 | 81 |
| 11 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 82 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jens Castrop
≈ 100% Jens Castrop · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Jens Castrop · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Jens Castrop · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Jens Castrop?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 84/100 match to Jens Castrop.
Who is the best-value alternative to Jens Castrop?
Eric Ebimbe offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €6.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Jens Castrop?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Jens Castrop'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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