Cheaper alternatives to Tika de Jonge
CM/CDMFC Groningen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitTika de Jonge's profile ↗
Tika de Jonge is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for FC Groningen in the Eredivisie, with 28 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to de Jonge, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, who has a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €1m, or Thijs Oosting of PEC Zwolle, with a fit score of 84/100 and the same market value.
12 cheaper alternatives to Tika de Jonge
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 86 | 87 |
| 2 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 86 | 84 |
| 3 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 86 | 84 |
| 5 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 86 | 83 |
| 6 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 7 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €200k | 86 | 82 |
| 11 | Zico Buurmeestersimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 24 | €1.3m | 94 | 82 |
| 12 | Thomas Brunssimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 34 | €200k | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tika de Jonge
≈ 100% Tika de Jonge · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Tika de Jonge · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Tika de Jonge · strong: Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Tika de Jonge?
Thomas Van den Keybus (KVC Westerlo) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 84/100 match to Tika de Jonge.
Who is the best-value alternative to Tika de Jonge?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Tika de Jonge?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Tika de Jonge'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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