Cheaper alternatives to Raphaël Varane
CBManchester United · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitRaphaël Varane's profile ↗
The best budget alternatives to Raphaël Varane are Ivan Ordets, John Brooks, Yunis Abdelhamid. Ivan Ordets (VfL Bochum 1848) rates 83/100 as a match at about €700k, below Raphaël Varane's ~€900k*. Data as of July 2026.
6 cheaper alternatives to Raphaël Varane
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ivan Ordetssimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €700k | 87 | 83 |
| 2 | John Brookssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 30 | €200k | 85 | 82 |
| 3 | Yunis Abdelhamidsimilar↗ | Stade de Reims | 36 | €200k | 88 | 80 |
| 4 | Mats Hummelssimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 35 | €500k* | 83 | 80 |
| 5 | Willy Bolysimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 32 | €300k | 81 | 77 |
| 6 | Yoann Salmiersimilar↗ | Le Havre | 31 | €700k | 83 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Raphaël Varane
≈ 100% Raphaël Varane · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Raphaël Varane · strong: xG + xA, Accurate long balls · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate long balls /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Raphaël Varane · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Raphaël Varane?
John Brooks (TSG Hoffenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 82/100 match to Raphaël Varane.
Who is the best-value alternative to Raphaël Varane?
Ivan Ordets offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Raphaël Varane?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Raphaël Varane's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, big-5 and more, last 3 seasons.
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