Cheaper alternatives to Johan Hove
CMAIK · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitJohan Hove's profile ↗
Johan Hove is a central midfielder for AIK in the Allsvenskan, with 20 appearances and 1749 minutes played in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Hove, consider Thomas Claes from SV Zulte Waregem, Thijs Oosting from PEC Zwolle, Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim, or Ryan Merlen from Sint-Truidense VV, all valued at €1m with a fit score of 82/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Johan Hove
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thomas Claessimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 22 | €1.5m | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 83 | 82 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 83 | 82 |
| 4 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 84 | 82 |
| 5 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 83 | 81 |
| 6 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 78 | 81 |
| 7 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 84 | 81 |
| 9 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 84 | 81 |
| 10 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 83 | 81 |
| 11 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 83 | 81 |
| 12 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 82 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Johan Hove
≈ 100% Johan Hove · strong: Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Johan Hove · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Johan Hove · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Johan Hove?
Bruno Henrique (Internacional) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 81/100 match to Johan Hove.
Who is the best-value alternative to Johan Hove?
Thomas Claes offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €1.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Johan Hove?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Johan Hove'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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