Cheaper alternatives to Fred
CM/CDMFenerbahçe · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFred's profile ↗
Fred is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Fenerbahçe in the Turkish Super Lig, with 30 appearances, 3 goals, and 4 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Fred, consider Kevin Stöger from VfL Bochum (fit 88/100, value €2m), Mohamed Ihattaren at Fortuna Sittard (fit 88/100, value €3m), or Pascal Groß from Brighton & Hove Albion (fit 88/100, value €2m).
12 cheaper alternatives to Fred
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 95 | 89 |
| 2 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 91 | 88 |
| 3 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 94 | 88 |
| 4 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 93 | 87 |
| 5 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 91 | 86 |
| 7 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 8 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 9 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Sondre Auklendsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 23 | €2.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 87 | 85 |
| 12 | João Carvalhosimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 29 | €4.8m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fred
≈ 100% Fred · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Fred · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Fred · strong: Accurate crosses, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Fred?
Kevin Stöger (VfL Bochum 1848) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.9m with a 89/100 match to Fred.
Who is the best-value alternative to Fred?
Kevin Stöger offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 89/100 at about €1.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Fred?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Fred'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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