Cheaper alternatives to Kuryu Matsuki
CM/CAMSouthampton · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKuryu Matsuki's profile ↗
Kuryu Matsuki is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Southampton in the Championship, with 22 appearances, 4 goals, and 1 assist this season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Matsuki, players like Noah Naujoks from Excelsior and Patrick Brouwer from SC Telstar both offer similar roles at a market value of €1m, with fit scores of 88/100 and 86/100 respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 91 | 88 |
| 2 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 86 | 86 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Odysseus Velanassimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 28 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Rober Gonzálezsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 25 | €600k | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Thomas Robinetsimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 30 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 93 | 83 |
| 11 | Christopher Scottsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 24 | €2.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Willum Thor Willumssonsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 28 | €1.5m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kuryu Matsuki
≈ 100% Kuryu Matsuki · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Kuryu Matsuki · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Kuryu Matsuki · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Kuryu Matsuki?
Odysseus Velanas (PEC Zwolle) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 83/100 match to Kuryu Matsuki.
Who is the best-value alternative to Kuryu Matsuki?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Kuryu Matsuki?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Kuryu Matsuki'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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