Sonny Carey alternatives
CM/CAMCharlton Athletic · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSonny Carey's profile ↗
Sonny Carey is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Charlton Athletic in the English Championship, having made 46 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 8 goals and providing 2 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Carey, consider Patrick Brouwer from SC Telstar, who has a fit score of 87/100 and a market value of €1m, or Mathis Suray from Go Ahead Eagles, valued at €3m with the same fit score.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 88 | 87 |
| 2 | Mathis Suraysimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €3.2m | 90 | 87 |
| 3 | Miguel Cardososimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €1.4m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Youssef Mazizsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 88 | 86 |
| 7 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 87 | 86 |
| 8 | Rober Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 25 | €600k | 92 | 86 |
| 9 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 92 | 85 |
| 10 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 94 | 85 |
| 12 | Tjaronn Cherysimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 38 | €400k | 91 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sonny Carey
≈ 100% Sonny Carey · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Sonny Carey · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Sonny Carey · strong: Big chances created, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Sonny Carey?
Rober González (Albacete Balompié) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 86/100 match to Sonny Carey.
Who is the best-value alternative to Sonny Carey?
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 Sonny Carey?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Sonny Carey'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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