Cheaper alternatives to Stefan de Vrij
CBInter · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitStefan de Vrij's profile ↗
Stefan de Vrij is a centre-back for Inter in Serie A, with 11 appearances and 671 minutes played in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to de Vrij, Anouar El Azzouzi from PEC Zwolle and Rio Hillen from NAC Breda both offer a fit score of 85/100 at market values of €2m and €1m, respectively. Reece Burke and Teo Quintero are also viable options, valued at €1m each, with fit scores of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 85 |
| 2 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 30 | €1.0m | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 86 | 83 |
| 9 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 82 | 82 |
| 12 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 84 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stefan de Vrij
≈ 100% Stefan de Vrij · strong: Possession won in att. third, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Stefan de Vrij · strong: Duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Shots /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Stefan de Vrij · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Stefan de Vrij?
Syb Van Ottele (Fortuna Sittard) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 84/100 match to Stefan de Vrij.
Who is the best-value alternative to Stefan de Vrij?
Anouar El Azzouzi offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Stefan de Vrij?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Stefan de Vrij'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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