Julian Niehues alternatives
CM/CDM1. FC Heidenheim · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJulian Niehues's profile ↗
Julian Niehues is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for 1. FC Heidenheim in the Bundesliga, with 24 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Niehues, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 84/100, or Kevin Sessa of Hertha BSC, also at €1m and a fit score of 81/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 82 | 84 |
| 2 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 81 | 81 |
| 3 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 81 | 80 |
| 4 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 21 | €1.1m | 87 | 79 |
| 5 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Bari | 28 | €500k | 92 | 79 |
| 6 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 78 | 79 |
| 7 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 81 | 79 |
| 8 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | FC Twente | 29 | €700k | 80 | 79 |
| 9 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 23 | €600k | 80 | 79 |
| 10 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 84 | 79 |
| 11 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 81 | 78 |
| 12 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 24 | €1.4m | 89 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Julian Niehues
≈ 100% Julian Niehues · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Julian Niehues · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Julian Niehues · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Julian Niehues?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 80/100 match to Julian Niehues.
Who is the best-value alternative to Julian Niehues?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Julian Niehues?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Julian Niehues'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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