Cheaper alternatives to Markus Karlsbakk
CM/CAMLillestrøm SK · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarkus Karlsbakk's profile ↗
Markus Karlsbakk is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Lillestrøm SK in the Norwegian Eliteserien, with 14 appearances and 4 goals in 2026. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Karlsbakk, consider Patrick Brouwer from SC Telstar, who has a fit score of 89/100 and a market value of €1m. Other budget alternatives include Noah Naujoks and Odysseus Velanas, both valued at €1m and playing in the Eredivisie.
12 cheaper alternatives to Markus Karlsbakk
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 91 | 89 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 89 | 86 |
| 3 | Odysseus Velanassimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 28 | €600k | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Youssef Mazizsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Josh Windasssimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 32 | €1.1m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Dal Varešanovićsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 25 | €1.3m | 86 | 85 |
| 7 | Victor Edvardsensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 30 | €900k | 88 | 84 |
| 8 | Miguel Cardososimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €1.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Bilal Bafdilisimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €900k | 87 | 84 |
| 10 | Francesco Ruoccosimilar↗ | Mantova | 25 | €1.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 86 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Markus Karlsbakk
≈ 100% Markus Karlsbakk · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Markus Karlsbakk · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Markus Karlsbakk · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Markus Karlsbakk?
Odysseus Velanas (PEC Zwolle) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 85/100 match to Markus Karlsbakk.
Who is the best-value alternative to Markus Karlsbakk?
Patrick Brouwer offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 89/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Markus Karlsbakk?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Markus Karlsbakk'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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