Nathan De Cat alternatives
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, with 36 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those searching for cheaper alternatives to De Cat, players like Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 86/100, and Irakli Yegoian, also from Excelsior, valued at €2m with a fit score of 84/100, offer similar roles at significantly lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 85 | 86 |
| 2 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 87 | 84 |
| 3 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 86 | 83 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 84 | 82 |
| 5 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 86 | 82 |
| 8 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 84 | 82 |
| 9 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 85 | 81 |
| 10 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 11 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 80 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · 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, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Nathan De Cat · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Nathan De Cat?
Thomas Van den Keybus (KVC Westerlo) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 82/100 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 86/100 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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