Cheaper alternatives to Olivier Ntcham
CM/CAM/CDMSamsunspor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitOlivier Ntcham's profile ↗
Olivier Ntcham is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Samsunspor in the Turkish Super Lig, with 24 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 1 assist. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Ntcham, players like Jakob Napoleon Romsaas from RC Sporting Charleroi and Ryan Merlen from Sint-Truidense VV both offer similar roles at a market value of €1m and fit scores of 83/100 and 82/100, respectively.
12 cheaper alternatives to Olivier Ntcham
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 84 | 83 |
| 2 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 87 | 82 |
| 3 | Claudio Aquinosimilar↗ | Vélez Sarsfield | 35 | €500k | 85 | 82 |
| 4 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 84 | 82 |
| 5 | Ulrik Mathisensimilar↗ | SK Brann | 27 | €700k | 83 | 81 |
| 6 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 82 | 81 |
| 7 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 78 | 81 |
| 8 | Abdoullah Basimilar↗ | Sunderland | 23 | €1.4m | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | Francesco Ruoccosimilar↗ | Mantova | 25 | €1.2m | 83 | 81 |
| 10 | Markus Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 26 | €1.5m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Jacksonsimilar↗ | İstanbulspor | 27 | €200k | 81 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Olivier Ntcham
≈ 100% Olivier Ntcham · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Olivier Ntcham · strong: Accurate long balls, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Olivier Ntcham · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Olivier Ntcham?
Claudio Aquino (Vélez Sarsfield) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 82/100 match to Olivier Ntcham.
Who is the best-value alternative to Olivier Ntcham?
Jakob Napoleon Romsaas offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €1.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Olivier Ntcham?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Olivier Ntcham'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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