Cheaper alternatives to James Ward-Prowse
CM/CDM/CAMBurnley · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJames Ward-Prowse's profile ↗
James Ward-Prowse is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Burnley in the Premier League, with 18 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Ward-Prowse, consider Christian Eriksen from VfL Wolfsburg, with a fit score of 83/100 and a market value of €2m, or Pascal Groß of Brighton, who has a fit score of 82/100, also valued at €2m. Max Bird and Görkem Sağlam are additional budget options, valued at €2m and €1m respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 88 | 83 |
| 2 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 3 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 4 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 85 | 81 |
| 5 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 84 | 80 |
| 6 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 85 | 80 |
| 8 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 81 | 80 |
| 9 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 81 | 80 |
| 10 | Adrien Thomassonsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €4.3m | 86 | 79 |
| 11 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Lecce | 30 | €900k | 87 | 79 |
| 12 | Gerard Gumbausimilar↗ | Granada | 32 | €1.2m | 91 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match James Ward-Prowse
≈ 100% James Ward-Prowse · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% James Ward-Prowse · strong: Accurate crosses, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% James Ward-Prowse · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to James Ward-Prowse?
Görkem Sağlam (Hatayspor) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 81/100 match to James Ward-Prowse.
Who is the best-value alternative to James Ward-Prowse?
Christian Eriksen offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €2.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to James Ward-Prowse?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match James Ward-Prowse'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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