Cheaper alternatives to Joe Hodge
CM/CDMQueens Park Rangers · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoe Hodge's profile ↗
Joe Hodge is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Queens Park Rangers in the Championship, with 26 appearances, 1 goal, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those searching for cheaper alternatives to Hodge, consider Ajdin Hrustić from Heracles Almelo, Jens Toornstra from FC Utrecht, or Jerome Deom from KAS Eupen, all offering a similar role at lower market values.
12 cheaper alternatives to Joe Hodge
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 87 | 83 |
| 2 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €200k | 88 | 83 |
| 3 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 4 | Jerome Deomsimilar↗ | KAS Eupen | 27 | €300k | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Iver Fossumsimilar↗ | Rosenborg BK | 30 | €500k | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Elias Kristoffersen Hagensimilar↗ | Vålerenga IF | 26 | €600k | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Ruben Jenssensimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 38 | €100k | 84 | 82 |
| 8 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 84 | 82 |
| 9 | George Honeymansimilar↗ | Millwall | 32 | €500k | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 23 | €300k | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Leandro Bacunasimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 35 | €300k | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joe Hodge
≈ 100% Joe Hodge · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Joe Hodge · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Joe Hodge · strong: Accurate crosses, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Joe Hodge?
Ruben Jenssen (Tromsø IL) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 82/100 match to Joe Hodge.
Who is the best-value alternative to Joe Hodge?
Ajdin Hrustić offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Joe Hodge?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Joe Hodge'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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