Cheaper alternatives to Ismaël Boura
LBTroyes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsmaël Boura's profile ↗
Ismaël Boura is a left-back for Troyes in Ligue 2, having made 27 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 2 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Boura, consider Bjorn Meijer from Club Brugge KV, valued at €3m with a fit score of 87/100, or Tim Handwerker from Arminia Bielefeld, available for €1m and a fit score of 85/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Ismaël Boura
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 90 | 87 |
| 2 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 88 | 85 |
| 3 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 86 | 84 |
| 4 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 84 | 83 |
| 6 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Leeds United | 30 | €3.4m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 29 | €3.7m | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | John Tolkinsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €2.4m | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 28 | €500k | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ismaël Boura
≈ 100% Ismaël Boura · strong: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Ismaël Boura · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Ismaël Boura · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ismaël Boura?
Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 83/100 match to Ismaël Boura.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ismaël Boura?
Bjorn Meijer offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €2.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ismaël Boura?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Ismaël Boura'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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