Cheaper alternatives to Dennis Cirkin
LBSunderland · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitDennis Cirkin's profile ↗
Dennis Cirkin is a left-back for Sunderland in the Championship, having made 36 appearances in the 2024/25 season, contributing 3 goals and 2 assists. For those searching for a cheaper alternative to Cirkin, consider Christopher Operi from Le Havre, valued at €4m, or Jeff Hardeveld from SC Telstar, who is available for free. Both players demonstrate similar roles and fit scores of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 29 | €3.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 2 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 86 | 84 |
| 3 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Leeds United | 30 | €3.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 85 | 84 |
| 5 | Fabio Ferrarosimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 24 | €1.2m | 87 | 83 |
| 6 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 27 | €5.2m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 84 | 83 |
| 8 | Liberato Cacacesimilar↗ | Empoli | 26 | €2.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Niels Nkounkousimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €2.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 82 | 82 |
| 11 | Daam Foulonsimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 27 | €1.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 84 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dennis Cirkin
≈ 100% Dennis Cirkin · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Dennis Cirkin · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Dennis Cirkin · strong: Sofascore rating, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Dennis Cirkin?
Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 84/100 match to Dennis Cirkin.
Who is the best-value alternative to Dennis Cirkin?
Christopher Operi offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €3.7m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Dennis Cirkin?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Dennis Cirkin'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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