Cheaper alternatives to Axel Henriksson
CMBlackburn Rovers · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAxel Henriksson's profile ↗
Axel Henriksson is a central midfielder for Blackburn Rovers in the Championship, currently valued at €1m with 18 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Henriksson, Ulrik Mathisen from SK Brann and Andrea Franzoni of Virtus Entella both have a fit score of 85/100 and are valued at €1m. Additionally, Shiloh 't Zand from Feyenoord offers a budget option with a fit score of 82/100 and a market value of €0m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Axel Henriksson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ulrik Mathisensimilar↗ | SK Brann | 27 | €700k | 86 | 85 |
| 2 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 23 | €300k | 86 | 82 |
| 4 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 82 | 81 |
| 5 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 81 | 81 |
| 6 | Lucas Piazónsimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 32 | €200k | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Justin Lonwijksimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €800k | 85 | 81 |
| 8 | Miguel Reisinhosimilar↗ | Boavista | 27 | €500k | 85 | 80 |
| 9 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 84 | 80 |
| 10 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 83 | 80 |
| 11 | Pieter Gerkenssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 31 | €700k | 85 | 80 |
| 12 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 78 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Axel Henriksson
≈ 100% Axel Henriksson · strong: xG + xA, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Axel Henriksson · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Axel Henriksson · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Axel Henriksson?
Lucas Piazón (AVS - Futebol SAD) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 81/100 match to Axel Henriksson.
Who is the best-value alternative to Axel Henriksson?
Ulrik Mathisen offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Axel Henriksson?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Axel Henriksson'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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