Cheaper alternatives to Calvin Brackelmann
CB/LBSC Paderborn 07 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCalvin Brackelmann's profile ↗
Calvin Brackelmann is a centre-back/left-back for SC Paderborn 07 in the 2. Bundesliga, with 24 appearances, 2 goals, and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Brackelmann, consider Boy Kemper from NAC Breda, Tim Handwerker from Arminia Bielefeld, or Danny Bakker from SC Telstar, all valued at €1m or less and fitting similarly well with scores of 87/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Calvin Brackelmann
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 91 | 87 |
| 2 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 91 | 87 |
| 3 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 94 | 87 |
| 4 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 87 | 86 |
| 5 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 89 | 86 |
| 6 | Liberato Cacacesimilar↗ | Empoli | 26 | €2.3m | 90 | 86 |
| 7 | Daam Foulonsimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 27 | €1.9m | 92 | 86 |
| 8 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 89 | 86 |
| 9 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 88 | 86 |
| 10 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Zak Swansonsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 26 | €1.2m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Fabio Ferrarosimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 24 | €1.2m | 86 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Calvin Brackelmann
≈ 100% Calvin Brackelmann · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Calvin Brackelmann · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Calvin Brackelmann · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Calvin Brackelmann?
Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 86/100 match to Calvin Brackelmann.
Who is the best-value alternative to Calvin Brackelmann?
Boy Kemper offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €1.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Calvin Brackelmann?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Calvin Brackelmann'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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