Cheaper alternatives to Nathan De Cat
CM/CDMRSC Anderlecht · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathan De Cat's profile ↗
Nathan De Cat is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for RSC Anderlecht in the Belgian Pro League. In the 2025/26 season, he made 36 appearances, contributing 2 goals and 4 assists. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Nathan De Cat, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior with a fit score of 85/100 and a market value of €1m, or Irakli Yegoian, also from Excelsior, valued at €2m and a fit score of 83/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Nathan De Cat
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 84 | 85 |
| 2 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 3 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 86 | 83 |
| 4 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 85 | 82 |
| 5 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 84 | 82 |
| 6 | Jens Hjertø-Dahlsimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 21 | €9.6m | 85 | 82 |
| 7 | Markus Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 26 | €1.5m | 86 | 82 |
| 8 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 84 | 82 |
| 9 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 84 | 82 |
| 11 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 82 | 82 |
| 12 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 85 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nathan De Cat
≈ 100% Nathan De Cat · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nathan De Cat · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Nathan De Cat · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nathan De Cat?
Frederik Schmahl (SV 07 Elversberg) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 83/100 match to Nathan De Cat.
Who is the best-value alternative to Nathan De Cat?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Nathan De Cat?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Nathan De Cat'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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