Cheaper alternatives to Melker Heier
CM/CDMIK Sirius · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitMelker Heier's profile ↗
Melker Heier is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for IK Sirius in the Allsvenskan, with 14 appearances and 1 assist in 2026. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Heier, players like Alexandru Maxim (Gaziantep FK, fit 84/100, value €0m) and Thom Haye (SC Heerenveen, fit 82/100, value €1m) offer similar roles at lower market values.
12 cheaper alternatives to Melker Heier
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 88 | 84 |
| 2 | Thom Hayesimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 31 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 3 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 84 | 82 |
| 4 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 86 | 82 |
| 5 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 37 | €200k | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Markus Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 26 | €1.5m | 85 | 82 |
| 7 | Steven Berghuissimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 35 | €2.1m | 85 | 81 |
| 8 | Zidane Iqbalsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 23 | €1.0m | 94 | 81 |
| 9 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 83 | 81 |
| 10 | Giuseppe Leonesimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 25 | €1.9m | 90 | 80 |
| 11 | Joan Jordánsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 32 | €1.0m | 83 | 80 |
| 12 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 81 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Melker Heier
≈ 100% Melker Heier · strong: Key passes, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Melker Heier · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Melker Heier · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Melker Heier?
Barry Bannan (Sheffield Wednesday) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 82/100 match to Melker Heier.
Who is the best-value alternative to Melker Heier?
Alexandru Maxim offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €300k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Melker Heier?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Melker Heier'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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