Cheaper alternatives to Hjalmar Ekdal
CBFC Groningen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitHjalmar Ekdal's profile ↗
Hjalmar Ekdal is a centre-back for FC Groningen in the Eredivisie, with 19 appearances and a market value of €5m. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Ekdal, consider Justin Hubner from Fortuna Sittard, valued at €1m, or Casper Widell of Excelsior, priced at €2m, both with a fit score of 82/100. Additionally, Ze Vitor from CD Nacional is another budget option, valued at €2m with a fit score of 81/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 83 | 82 |
| 2 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 82 | 82 |
| 3 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 85 | 82 |
| 4 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 84 | 81 |
| 6 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 85 | 81 |
| 7 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 81 | 81 |
| 8 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 80 | 81 |
| 9 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 86 | 80 |
| 10 | Brayan Medinasimilar↗ | Tondela | 24 | €2.7m | 83 | 80 |
| 11 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 79 | 80 |
| 12 | Nicolás Valentinisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 25 | €3.1m | 84 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Hjalmar Ekdal
≈ 100% Hjalmar Ekdal · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Hjalmar Ekdal · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Hjalmar Ekdal · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Hjalmar Ekdal?
Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 81/100 match to Hjalmar Ekdal.
Who is the best-value alternative to Hjalmar Ekdal?
Caleb Taylor offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €4.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Hjalmar Ekdal?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Hjalmar Ekdal'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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