Virgil van Dijk alternatives
CBLiverpool FC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitVirgil van Dijk's profile ↗
Virgil van Dijk is a centre-back for Liverpool FC in the Premier League, with a market value of €16m. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to van Dijk, consider Ross Sykes from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, who has a fit score of 87/100 and a value of €5m, or Matthias Ginter from SC Freiburg, also valued at €5m with a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 90 | 87 |
| 2 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 87 | 85 |
| 3 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 88 | 84 |
| 6 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 87 | 84 |
| 7 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 9 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 84 | 83 |
| 10 | Odin Luras Bjørtuftsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 28 | €4.1m | 85 | 83 |
| 11 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 82 | 83 |
| 12 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Virgil van Dijk
≈ 100% Virgil van Dijk · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Virgil van Dijk · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Virgil van Dijk · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Virgil van Dijk?
Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 85/100 match to Virgil van Dijk.
Who is the best-value alternative to Virgil van Dijk?
Ross Sykes offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €4.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Virgil van Dijk?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Virgil van Dijk'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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