Cheaper alternatives to Nathan Rodes
CDM/CMFCV Dender · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathan Rodes's profile ↗
Nathan Rodes is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for FCV Dender in the Belgian Pro League, with 35 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Rodes include Adam Carlén of IFK Göteborg, Selvi Clúa from Mirandés, and Xavi Sintes of Córdoba, all of whom offer a budget alternative to Rodes with lower market values and comparable fit scores.
Building your XI? Put Nathan Rodes in a lineup and get the whole team rated on real data.Build a lineup →12 cheaper alternatives to Nathan Rodes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 26 | €400k | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Selvi Clúasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €300k | 89 | 79 |
| 3 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 29 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 88 | 78 |
| 5 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 87 | 78 |
| 6 | Maxence Carliersimilar↗ | Nancy | 29 | €500k | 91 | 78 |
| 7 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 76 | 77 |
| 8 | Alberto Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 29 | €500k | 89 | 77 |
| 9 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 89 | 77 |
| 10 | Lander Olaetxeasimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 33 | €400k | 90 | 77 |
| 11 | Arvid Brorssonsimilar↗ | Mjällby AIF | 27 | €400k | 87 | 77 |
| 12 | Joffrey Bultelsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €400k | 88 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nathan Rodes
≈ 100% Nathan Rodes · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nathan Rodes · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Nathan Rodes · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nathan Rodes?
Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 78/100 match to Nathan Rodes.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nathan Rodes?
Adam Carlén offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 79/100 at about €400k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nathan Rodes?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Nathan Rodes's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, top leagues across Europe and South America, last 3 seasons.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →