Cheaper alternatives to Luke Shaw
LB/CBManchester United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuke Shaw's profile ↗
Luke Shaw is a left-back/centre-back for Manchester United in the Premier League, with 38 appearances and a market value of €8m in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Shaw, consider Anouar El Azzouzi from PEC Zwolle, who boasts a fit score of 85/100 and a value of €2m, or Yannick Leliendal from FC Volendam, valued at €1m with a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 85 |
| 2 | Yannick Leliendalsimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 24 | €1.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 29 | €3.7m | 87 | 84 |
| 4 | Fabio Ferrarosimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 24 | €1.2m | 85 | 84 |
| 5 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Leeds United | 30 | €3.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 86 | 84 |
| 9 | Nazinhosimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.6m | 85 | 84 |
| 10 | Liberato Cacacesimilar↗ | Empoli | 26 | €2.3m | 86 | 84 |
| 11 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €900k | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 27 | €5.2m | 86 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luke Shaw
≈ 100% Luke Shaw · strong: Possession won in att. third, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Luke Shaw · strong: Successful dribbles, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Luke Shaw · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Luke Shaw?
Yuri Berchiche (Athletic Club) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €900k with a 84/100 match to Luke Shaw.
Who is the best-value alternative to Luke Shaw?
Anouar El Azzouzi offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €1.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Luke Shaw?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Luke Shaw'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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