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Cheaper alternatives to Nathan Rodes

CDM/CMFCV Dender · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathan Rodes's profile ↗

The best budget alternatives to Nathan Rodes are Jesper Isaksen, Thomas Delaney, Arvid Brorsson. Jesper Isaksen (Kristiansund BK) rates 80/100 as a match at about €400k, below Nathan Rodes's ~€650k. Data as of July 2026.

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12 cheaper alternatives to Nathan Rodes

#PlayerClubAgeValueTacticalOverall
1Jesper Isaksensimilar↗Kristiansund BK27€400k9080
2Thomas Delaneysimilar↗RSC Anderlecht35€500k8378
3Arvid Brorssonsimilar↗Mjällby AIF27€400k8878
4Gonzalo Escalantesimilar↗Cádiz33€400k8878
5Erlend Segbergsimilar↗Kristiansund BK29€400k9278
6Muammer Sarıkayasimilar↗Çaykur Rizespor28€300k8077
7Magnus Christensensimilar↗Östers IF29€300k8877
8Elias Kristoffersen Hagensimilar↗Vålerenga IF26€600k7877
9Leandro Bacunasimilar↗FC Groningen35€300k7877
10Patrick Metcalfesimilar↗Fredrikstad FK28€500k8677
11Aleksander Nilssonsimilar↗Halmstads BK24€300k8777
12Lars Erik Sødalsimilar↗Bryne FK24€400k9076

* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons

Why these players match Nathan Rodes

1. Jesper IsaksenKristiansund BK80/100

≈ 100% Nathan Rodes · strong: Clearances · low reliability

Strengths: Clearances /90

2. Thomas DelaneyRSC Anderlecht78/100

≈ 100% Nathan Rodes · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability

Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %

3. Arvid BrorssonMjällby AIF78/100

≈ 100% Nathan Rodes · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · medium reliability

Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %

FAQ

What is the cheapest alternative to Nathan Rodes?

Muammer Sarıkaya (Çaykur Rizespor) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 77/100 match to Nathan Rodes.

Who is the best-value alternative to Nathan Rodes?

Jesper Isaksen offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 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.

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