Cheaper alternatives to Sam Clucas
CM/LMRotherham United · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitSam Clucas's profile ↗
Sam Clucas is a central midfielder/left midfielder for Rotherham United in the Championship, with 32 appearances in the 2023/24 season, contributing 1 goal and 2 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Clucas, Edan Diop from Cercle Brugge, Irakli Yegoian from Excelsior, and Noah Naujoks, also from Excelsior, all present budget options, with market values of €3m, €2m, and €1m respectively, each boasting a fit score of 84/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Sam Clucas
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edan Diopsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 22 | €2.8m | 84 | 84 |
| 2 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 88 | 84 |
| 3 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 87 | 84 |
| 4 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 82 | 84 |
| 5 | Ji-sung Eomsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 24 | €1.7m | 85 | 83 |
| 6 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 86 | 82 |
| 8 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 85 | 82 |
| 9 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 82 | 82 |
| 12 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sam Clucas
≈ 100% Sam Clucas · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Sam Clucas · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Sam Clucas · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Sam Clucas?
Noah Naujoks (Excelsior) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.4m with a 84/100 match to Sam Clucas.
Who is the best-value alternative to Sam Clucas?
Edan Diop offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €2.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Sam Clucas?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Sam Clucas'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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