Cheaper alternatives to Samson Baidoo
CBRC Lens · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamson Baidoo's profile ↗
Samson Baidoo is a centre-back for RC Lens in Ligue 1, currently valued at €26m. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Baidoo, consider Emin Bayram from KVC Westerlo, valued at €4m with a fit score of 87/100, or Laurin Curda of SC Paderborn 07, also with a fit score of 87/100 and a market value of €3m. Other options include Daniel Tonoli from Modena and Danny Bakker from SC Telstar, both offering budget-friendly solutions.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 91 | 87 |
| 2 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 89 | 87 |
| 3 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 92 | 86 |
| 4 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Abdelhamid Ait Boudlalsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 20 | €13m | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 89 | 86 |
| 8 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 90 | 86 |
| 9 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 93 | 85 |
| 11 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 86 | 85 |
| 12 | Lucas Martínez Quartasimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 30 | €4.1m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samson Baidoo
≈ 100% Samson Baidoo · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Samson Baidoo · strong: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Samson Baidoo · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Samson Baidoo?
Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 86/100 match to Samson Baidoo.
Who is the best-value alternative to Samson Baidoo?
Emin Bayram offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €3.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Samson Baidoo?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Samson Baidoo'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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