Daniel Ballard alternatives
CBSunderland · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaniel Ballard's profile ↗
Daniel Ballard is a centre-back for Sunderland in the Premier League, with 29 appearances and 2 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Ballard, consider Leopold Querfeld from 1. FC Union Berlin, valued at €19m, or budget options like Justin Hubner from Fortuna Sittard, valued at €1m, and Ross Sykes from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, valued at €5m, both showcasing strong fit scores of 88/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 96 | 91 |
| 2 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 92 | 88 |
| 3 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 92 | 88 |
| 4 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 90 | 88 |
| 5 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 90 | 87 |
| 6 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 7 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 88 | 85 |
| 9 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 85 | 85 |
| 12 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daniel Ballard
≈ 100% Daniel Ballard · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Daniel Ballard · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Daniel Ballard · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Daniel Ballard?
Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 86/100 match to Daniel Ballard.
Who is the best-value alternative to Daniel Ballard?
Leopold Querfeld offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 91/100 at about €19m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Daniel Ballard?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Daniel Ballard'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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