Cheaper alternatives to Adam Carlén
CM/CDMIFK Göteborg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAdam Carlén's profile ↗
Adam Carlén is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for IFK Göteborg in the Allsvenskan, having made 25 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Carlén, Xavi Sintes from Córdoba (LaLiga 2) boasts a fit score of 80/100, while Lander Olaetxea from Sporting Gijón also offers a solid option with a fit score of 78/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Adam Carlén
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Lander Olaetxeasimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 33 | €400k | 93 | 78 |
| 3 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | IFK Norrköping | 26 | €400k | 90 | 78 |
| 4 | Joseph N'Duquidisimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 22 | €400k | 90 | 78 |
| 5 | Arvid Brorssonsimilar↗ | Mjällby AIF | 27 | €400k | 88 | 78 |
| 6 | Joffrey Bultelsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €400k | 89 | 77 |
| 7 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 85 | 77 |
| 8 | Selvi Clúasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €300k | 84 | 76 |
| 9 | Samba Dibasimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 23 | €400k | 87 | 76 |
| 10 | Erlend Segbergsimilar↗ | Kristiansund BK | 29 | €400k | 88 | 76 |
| 11 | Sebastian Griesbecksimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 36 | €100k | 91 | 75 |
| 12 | Iyad Mohamedsimilar↗ | Pau FC | 25 | €400k | 82 | 75 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Adam Carlén
≈ 100% Adam Carlén · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Adam Carlén · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Adam Carlén · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Adam Carlén?
Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 77/100 match to Adam Carlén.
Who is the best-value alternative to Adam Carlén?
Xavi Sintes offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €400k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Adam Carlén?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Adam Carlén'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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