Cheaper alternatives to Kevin De Bruyne
CAM/CMSSC Napoli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKevin De Bruyne's profile ↗
Kevin De Bruyne is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for SSC Napoli in Serie A. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to De Bruyne, consider Jonas Hofmann from Bayer 04 Leverkusen, who has a fit score of 89/100 and a market value of €2m, or Mohamed Ihattaren of Fortuna Sittard, also with a fit score of 89/100 and valued at €3m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 97 | 89 |
| 2 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 93 | 89 |
| 3 | Jarne Steuckerssimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 24 | €5.5m | 91 | 88 |
| 4 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 95 | 88 |
| 5 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 94 | 88 |
| 6 | Alan Patricksimilar↗ | Internacional | 35 | €2.2m | 95 | 88 |
| 7 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 33 | €1.8m | 96 | 87 |
| 8 | Ryotaro Itosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 28 | €5.8m | 95 | 87 |
| 9 | Younes Tahasimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 24 | €4.2m | 89 | 87 |
| 10 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 11 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 12 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 95 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kevin De Bruyne
≈ 100% Kevin De Bruyne · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Kevin De Bruyne · strong: Shots, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Kevin De Bruyne · strong: Accurate long balls, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Kevin De Bruyne?
Jonas Hofmann (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.6m with a 89/100 match to Kevin De Bruyne.
Who is the best-value alternative to Kevin De Bruyne?
Jonas Hofmann offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 89/100 at about €1.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Kevin De Bruyne?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Kevin De Bruyne'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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