Nicolas Madsen alternatives
CM/CAM/CDMQueens Park Rangers · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolas Madsen's profile ↗
Nicolas Madsen is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Queens Park Rangers in the Championship, with 38 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 3 goals and 6 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Madsen, players like Max Bird from Bristol City and Görkem Sağlam from Kayserispor, both with a fit score of 83/100 and market values of €2m and €1m respectively, offer similar roles at a lower cost.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 90 | 83 |
| 3 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 4 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €2.4m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 92 | 82 |
| 8 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 85 | 82 |
| 9 | Marvin Wanitzeksimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 33 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 91 | 81 |
| 11 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Mika Baursimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €4.7m | 92 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolas Madsen
≈ 100% Nicolas Madsen · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Nicolas Madsen · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Nicolas Madsen · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nicolas Madsen?
Clint Leemans (NAC Breda) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 82/100 match to Nicolas Madsen.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nicolas Madsen?
Max Bird offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €2.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nicolas Madsen?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Nicolas Madsen'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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