Cheaper alternatives to John Tolkin
LB/LMHolstein Kiel · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJohn Tolkin's profile ↗
John Tolkin is a left-back/left midfielder for Holstein Kiel in the 2. Bundesliga, with 27 appearances, 1 goal, and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Tolkin, consider Ji-sung Eom from Swansea City, who has a fit score of 87/100 and a market value of €2m, or Tim Handwerker of Arminia Bielefeld, valued at €1m with a similar fit score.
12 cheaper alternatives to John Tolkin
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ji-sung Eomsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 24 | €1.7m | 89 | 87 |
| 2 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 92 | 87 |
| 3 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | David Zalazarsimilar↗ | Gimnasia y Esgrima | 24 | €300k | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Reinaldosimilar↗ | Mirassol | 37 | €400k | 86 | 84 |
| 10 | Yanis Zouaouisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 28 | €2.3m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Anton Ekerothsimilar↗ | HamKam | 25 | €600k | 86 | 83 |
| 12 | Brando Moruzzisimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €1.4m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match John Tolkin
≈ 100% John Tolkin · strong: Shots, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% John Tolkin · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% John Tolkin · strong: Big chances created, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to John Tolkin?
David Zalazar (Gimnasia y Esgrima) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 85/100 match to John Tolkin.
Who is the best-value alternative to John Tolkin?
Ji-sung Eom offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €1.7m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to John Tolkin?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match John Tolkin'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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