Cheaper alternatives to Joel Ward
RBCrystal Palace · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fit
The best budget alternatives to Joel Ward are Ben Godfrey, Lasse Rosenboom, Reece Burke. Ben Godfrey (Everton) rates 80/100 as a match at about €4.7m, below Joel Ward's ~€190k. Data as of July 2026.
12 cheaper alternatives to Joel Ward
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ben Godfrey | Everton | 25 | €4.7m | 86 | 80 |
| 2 | Lasse Rosenboom | Holstein Kiel | 22 | €1.3m | 79 | 77 |
| 3 | Reece Burke | Luton Town | 27 | €1.0m | 84 | 77 |
| 4 | Rasmus Carstensen | 1. FC Köln | 23 | €1.8m | 76 | 77 |
| 5 | Ozan Kabak | TSG Hoffenheim | 23 | €15m | 84 | 77 |
| 6 | Antoine Mendy | Nice | 21 | €9.7m | 88 | 77 |
| 7 | Juan Foyth | Villarreal | 26 | €8.6m | 82 | 77 |
| 8 | Nacho Vidal | Real Oviedo | 30 | €1.3m | 85 | 76 |
| 9 | Danny da Costa | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 32 | €1.1m | 82 | 76 |
| 10 | Ismaelo Ganiou | RC Lens | 20 | €19m | 85 | 76 |
| 11 | Oumar Solet | Udinese | 25 | €22m | 80 | 75 |
| 12 | Nahitan Nández | Cagliari | 28 | €4.4m | 73 | 75 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joel Ward
≈ 100% Joel Ward · strong: Shots, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Joel Ward · strong: Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Joel Ward · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Joel Ward?
Reece Burke (Luton Town) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.0m with a 77/100 match to Joel Ward.
Who is the best-value alternative to Joel Ward?
Ben Godfrey offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €4.7m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Joel Ward?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (right back) by how closely they match Joel Ward's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, big-5 and more, last 3 seasons.
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