Players like Alan Browne
CM/CDM/CAMMiddlesbrough · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlan Browne's profile ↗
The players most similar to Alan Browne are Sydie Peck, Nico O'Reilly, Kristian Thorstvedt. Doppel rates Sydie Peck (Sheffield United) a 85/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kevin Sessa scores 86/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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Alan Browne is a robust central midfielder known for his defensive grit and aerial prowess, excelling in duels and contributing effectively with tackles and interceptions. With a Sofascore rating in the top 31% of his positional peers, he showcases reliability and an ability to influence games, supported by his decent dribbling skills. However, his injury history raises concerns about durability, having missed significant time in recent seasons.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Successful dribbles. Availability: 25 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Alan Browne
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Weston McKenniesimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €31m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 91 | 82 |
| 9 | Mario Pašalićsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 31 | €6.2m | 91 | 82 |
| 10 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 26 | €6.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €6.8m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alan Browne
≈ 100% Alan Browne · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Alan Browne · strong: Clearances, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Alan Browne · strong: Duels won, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Alan Browne?
By Doppel's fit score, Sydie Peck (Sheffield United) is the closest profile to Alan Browne, with a 85/100 overall match. Nico O'Reilly and Kristian Thorstvedt are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Alan Browne?
Yes. Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Alan Browne?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Alan Browne's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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