Cheaper alternatives to Melle Meulensteen
CM/CDMSampdoria · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMelle Meulensteen's profile ↗
Melle Meulensteen is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sampdoria in Serie B, where he has made 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 6 goals and providing 1 assist. For those searching for cheaper alternatives to Meulensteen, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, who has a fit score of 84/100 and a market value of €1m, or Kevin Sessa of 1. FC Heidenheim, also valued at €1m with a fit score of 83/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 82 | 84 |
| 2 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 84 | 83 |
| 3 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 85 | 82 |
| 4 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 93 | 82 |
| 5 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 84 | 82 |
| 6 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 85 | 82 |
| 7 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 92 | 81 |
| 8 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 85 | 81 |
| 10 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 83 | 80 |
| 12 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 82 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Melle Meulensteen
≈ 100% Melle Meulensteen · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Melle Meulensteen · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Melle Meulensteen · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Melle Meulensteen?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 82/100 match to Melle Meulensteen.
Who is the best-value alternative to Melle Meulensteen?
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 Melle Meulensteen?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Melle Meulensteen'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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