Cheaper alternatives to Taylor Gardner-Hickman
CM/CDMBlackburn Rovers · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitTaylor Gardner-Hickman's profile ↗
The best budget alternatives to Taylor Gardner-Hickman are Thom Haye, Nermin Karić, Irakli Yegoian. Thom Haye (SC Heerenveen) rates 82/100 as a match at about €900k, below Taylor Gardner-Hickman's ~€1.8m. Data as of July 2026.
12 cheaper alternatives to Taylor Gardner-Hickman
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thom Hayesimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 31 | €900k | 87 | 82 |
| 2 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 84 | 82 |
| 3 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 85 | 82 |
| 4 | Muammer Sarıkayasimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 28 | €300k | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Victor Emanuel Halvorsensimilar↗ | Sarpsborg 08 | 22 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 80 | 82 |
| 8 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 82 | 81 |
| 9 | Justin Kumisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.3m | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 82 | 81 |
| 11 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 83 | 81 |
| 12 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 78 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Taylor Gardner-Hickman
≈ 100% Taylor Gardner-Hickman · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Taylor Gardner-Hickman · strong: Accurate crosses, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Successful dribbles /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Taylor Gardner-Hickman · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Taylor Gardner-Hickman?
Muammer Sarıkaya (Çaykur Rizespor) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 82/100 match to Taylor Gardner-Hickman.
Who is the best-value alternative to Taylor Gardner-Hickman?
Thom Haye offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Taylor Gardner-Hickman?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Taylor Gardner-Hickman'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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