Thibault De Smet alternatives
LBParis FC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitThibault De Smet's profile ↗
Thibault De Smet is a left-back for Paris FC in Ligue 2, with 17 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to De Smet, consider Yuri Berchiche from Athletic Club, Boy Kemper from NAC Breda, or Aske Adelgaard from FC Twente, all valued at €1m and boasting a fit score of 79/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 83 | 79 |
| 2 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 80 | 79 |
| 3 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 23 | €900k | 84 | 79 |
| 4 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 83 | 78 |
| 5 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 82 | 78 |
| 6 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 82 | 78 |
| 7 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 77 | 77 |
| 8 | Joedrick Pupesimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 29 | €1.3m | 88 | 77 |
| 9 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 83 | 77 |
| 10 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 74 | 77 |
| 11 | Fernando Medranosimilar↗ | Mirandés | 26 | €500k | 86 | 77 |
| 12 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 74 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thibault De Smet
≈ 100% Thibault De Smet · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Thibault De Smet · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Thibault De Smet · strong: Aerial duels won %, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Thibault De Smet?
Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 78/100 match to Thibault De Smet.
Who is the best-value alternative to Thibault De Smet?
Yuri Berchiche offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 79/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Thibault De Smet?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Thibault De Smet'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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