Cheaper alternatives to Jackson Irvine
CM/CDMFC St. Pauli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJackson Irvine's profile ↗
Jackson Irvine is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for FC St. Pauli in the 2. Bundesliga, with 24 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Irvine, consider Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim, who has a fit score of 82/100, or Beñat Gerenabarrena of CD Castellón, with a fit score of 80/100, both valued at €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 83 | 82 |
| 2 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 87 | 80 |
| 3 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
| 4 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 37 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 5 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 80 | 79 |
| 6 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 79 | 79 |
| 7 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 82 | 78 |
| 8 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 78 | 78 |
| 9 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 80 | 78 |
| 10 | Finn Porathsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 29 | €800k | 88 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jackson Irvine
≈ 100% Jackson Irvine · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Jackson Irvine · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Jackson Irvine · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Jackson Irvine?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 78/100 match to Jackson Irvine.
Who is the best-value alternative to Jackson Irvine?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Jackson Irvine?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Jackson Irvine'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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