Cheaper alternatives to Thomas Van den Belt
CM/CDMCD Castellón · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitThomas Van den Belt's profile ↗
Thomas Van den Belt is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for CD Castellón in LaLiga 2, with 32 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 5 goals and providing 1 assist. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Van den Belt, consider Nuno Santos from Vitória SC, valued at €3m with a fit score of 86/100, or Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m, also with a fit score of 86/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 86 | 86 |
| 3 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 88 | 85 |
| 5 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 87 | 85 |
| 6 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 88 | 84 |
| 8 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 86 | 84 |
| 11 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thomas Van den Belt
≈ 100% Thomas Van den Belt · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Thomas Van den Belt · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Thomas Van den Belt · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Thomas Van den Belt?
Marvin Mehlem (Darmstadt 98) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 84/100 match to Thomas Van den Belt.
Who is the best-value alternative to Thomas Van den Belt?
Nuno Santos offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €2.7m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Thomas Van den Belt?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Thomas Van den Belt'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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