Lewis O'Brien alternatives
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 English Championship, with 38 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 4 goals and 6 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to O'Brien, players like Patrick Brouwer from SC Telstar, Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, Levi Smans from SC Heerenveen, and Lance Duijvestijn from Fortuna Sittard all offer similar roles at a market value of €1m and impressive fit scores, with Brouwer leading at 87/100.
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| # | 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 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 88 | 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 | Miguel Cardososimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €1.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 85 | 84 |
| 9 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 23 | €600k | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · 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: Key passes, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /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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