John Stones alternatives
CBManchester City · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitJohn Stones's profile ↗
John Stones is a centre-back for Manchester City in the Premier League, with 16 appearances and 1 goal in the 2023/24 season. For clubs seeking a cheaper alternative to Stones, Odin Luras Bjørtuft from Bodø/Glimt offers a fit score of 86/100 at a market value of €4m, while Ross Sykes from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise has a fit score of 84/100 and a value of €5m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Odin Luras Bjørtuftsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 28 | €4.1m | 91 | 87 |
| 2 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 86 | 84 |
| 3 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 84 | 84 |
| 4 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 84 | 83 |
| 5 | Daiki Hashiokasimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 27 | €1.5m | 87 | 83 |
| 6 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 86 | 83 |
| 7 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 82 | 83 |
| 8 | Marvin Peersmansimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 35 | €200k | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Pietro Ceccaronisimilar↗ | Palermo | 31 | €1.5m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 82 | 83 |
| 11 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 85 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match John Stones
≈ 100% John Stones · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% John Stones · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% John Stones · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to John Stones?
Marvin Peersman (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 83/100 match to John Stones.
Who is the best-value alternative to John Stones?
Odin Luras Bjørtuft offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €4.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to John Stones?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match John Stones'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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