Cheaper alternatives to Morten Hjulmand
CM/CDMSporting CP · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMorten Hjulmand's profile ↗
Morten Hjulmand is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sporting CP in the Primeira Liga, with 27 appearances and a market value of €48m in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Hjulmand, Gianluca Busio from Venezia, valued at €7m and with a fit score of 84/100, stands out as a budget option. Other notable alternatives include Hakan Çalhanoğlu (Inter, €17m) and Sydie Peck (Sheffield United, €15m), both offering solid performances.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 2 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 87 | 83 |
| 4 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 85 | 83 |
| 5 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 6 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 85 | 82 |
| 8 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 85 | 82 |
| 9 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Morten Hjulmand
≈ 100% Morten Hjulmand · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Morten Hjulmand · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Morten Hjulmand · strong: Aerial duels won, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Morten Hjulmand?
Pascal Groß (Brighton & Hove Albion) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €2.3m with a 82/100 match to Morten Hjulmand.
Who is the best-value alternative to Morten Hjulmand?
Gianluca Busio offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €7.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Morten Hjulmand?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Morten Hjulmand'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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