Cheaper alternatives to Luka Modrić
CM/CDMAC Milan · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuka Modrić's profile ↗
Luka Modrić is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for AC Milan in Serie A, with 34 appearances, 2 goals, and 3 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Modrić, consider Pascal Groß from Brighton & Hove Albion, who has a fit score of 87/100 and a market value of €2m, or Kevin Stöger from VfL Bochum, with a fit score of 86/100 and the same value.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 93 | 87 |
| 2 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 91 | 86 |
| 3 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 88 | 84 |
| 5 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 83 | 84 |
| 8 | Henrikh Mkhitaryansimilar↗ | Inter | 37 | €2.9m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Niklas Schmidtsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 28 | €1.6m | 93 | 83 |
| 11 | Kike Pérezsimilar↗ | Venezia | 29 | €2.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Tiago Silvasimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 33 | €2.3m | 91 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luka Modrić
≈ 100% Luka Modrić · strong: Accurate crosses, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Luka Modrić · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Luka Modrić · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Luka Modrić?
Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €900k with a 84/100 match to Luka Modrić.
Who is the best-value alternative to Luka Modrić?
Pascal Groß offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €2.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Luka Modrić?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Luka Modrić'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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