Cheaper alternatives to Daniel James
RWLeeds United · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaniel James's profile ↗
Daniel James is a right winger for Leeds United in the Championship, with 36 appearances resulting in 12 goals and 9 assists during the 2024/25 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to James, consider Iago Aspas from Celta Vigo, valued at €2m with a fit score of 85/100, or Jacob Trenskow from SC Heerenveen, valued at €8m and a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iago Aspassimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 39 | €1.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 2 | Jacob Trenskowsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 26 | €7.7m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 88 | 84 |
| 4 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Oğuz Aydınsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 26 | €6.5m | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Andreas Skov Olsensimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 27 | €6.6m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Ángel Di Maríasimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.9m | 86 | 83 |
| 8 | Cengiz Ündersimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 29 | €3.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 9 | Steven Berghuissimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 35 | €2.1m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Jarne Steuckerssimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 24 | €5.5m | 83 | 82 |
| 11 | Ibrahim Sadiqsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €2.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Tjaronn Cherysimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 38 | €400k | 91 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daniel James
≈ 100% Daniel James · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Daniel James · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Daniel James · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Daniel James?
Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.5m with a 85/100 match to Daniel James.
Who is the best-value alternative to Daniel James?
Iago Aspas offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Daniel James?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (right winger) by how closely they match Daniel James'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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