Cheaper alternatives to Seung Ho Paik
CM/CDMBirmingham City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSeung Ho Paik's profile ↗
Seung Ho Paik is a central midfielder and defensive midfielder for Birmingham City in the Championship, with 43 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Paik, consider Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, who has a fit score of 84/100 and a market value of €1m, or Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim, also valued at €1m with a fit score of 83/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Seung Ho Paik
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 82 | 84 |
| 2 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 86 | 83 |
| 3 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 85 | 83 |
| 4 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 85 | 82 |
| 5 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 86 | 82 |
| 6 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Roman Kvetsimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €1.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Nayel Mehssatousimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 24 | €1.5m | 93 | 82 |
| 9 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 84 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Seung Ho Paik
≈ 100% Seung Ho Paik · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Seung Ho Paik · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Seung Ho Paik · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Seung Ho Paik?
Charlie Patiño (Swansea City) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 82/100 match to Seung Ho Paik.
Who is the best-value alternative to Seung Ho Paik?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Seung Ho Paik?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Seung Ho Paik'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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