Cheaper alternatives to John Donald
CB/CMElche · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJohn Donald's profile ↗
John Donald is a centre-back/central midfielder for Elche in LaLiga 2, with 21 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Donald, players like Giulio Maggiore from Salernitana, with a fit score of 82/100, and Charlie Patiño of Swansea City, who has a fit score of 81/100, represent budget options at lower market values.
12 cheaper alternatives to John Donald
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Salernitana | 28 | €500k | 90 | 82 |
| 2 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 82 | 81 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 81 | 81 |
| 4 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 84 | 81 |
| 5 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 77 | 80 |
| 6 | Nathan Rodessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €700k | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 82 | 80 |
| 9 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 82 | 80 |
| 10 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 79 | 80 |
| 11 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 83 | 79 |
| 12 | Yassin Oukilisimilar↗ | RKC Waalwijk | 25 | €700k | 85 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match John Donald
≈ 100% John Donald · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% John Donald · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% John Donald · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to John Donald?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 80/100 match to John Donald.
Who is the best-value alternative to John Donald?
Giulio Maggiore offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €500k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to John Donald?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match John Donald'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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