Cheaper alternatives to Lewis O'Brien
CM/CDM/CAMWrexham · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLewis O'Brien's profile ↗
Lewis O'Brien is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Wrexham in the Championship, with 38 appearances, 4 goals, and 6 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to O'Brien, consider Patrick Brouwer from SC Telstar, valued at €1m with a fit score of 87/100, or Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, also at €1m with a fit score of 85/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Lewis O'Brien
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 88 | 87 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 87 | 85 |
| 3 | Younes Tahasimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 24 | €4.2m | 85 | 85 |
| 4 | Lance Duijvestijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €700k | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Bilal Bafdilisimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €900k | 86 | 84 |
| 7 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 85 | 84 |
| 8 | Miguel Cardososimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €1.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lewis O'Brien
≈ 100% Lewis O'Brien · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Lewis O'Brien · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Lewis O'Brien · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Lewis O'Brien?
Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 87/100 match to Lewis O'Brien.
Who is the best-value alternative to Lewis O'Brien?
Patrick Brouwer offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Lewis O'Brien?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Lewis O'Brien'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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