Cheaper alternatives to Tom Van De Looi
CM/CDMBrescia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitTom Van De Looi's profile ↗
Tom Van De Looi is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Brescia in Serie B, with 32 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Van De Looi, consider Mikel Vesga from Athletic Club or Thijs Oosting of PEC Zwolle, both valued at €1m and achieving a fit score of 80/100. Enric Llansana and Abdellah Baallal also present viable options, with fit scores of 79/100 and values of €2m and €0m, respectively.
12 cheaper alternatives to Tom Van De Looi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 90 | 81 |
| 2 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 79 | 80 |
| 3 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 87 | 79 |
| 4 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 88 | 79 |
| 5 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €700k | 86 | 79 |
| 6 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 82 | 78 |
| 7 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 73 | 78 |
| 8 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 76 | 78 |
| 9 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 81 | 78 |
| 10 | Pieter Gerkenssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 31 | €700k | 82 | 78 |
| 11 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 82 | 78 |
| 12 | Unai Vencedorsimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 26 | €1.5m | 87 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tom Van De Looi
≈ 100% Tom Van De Looi · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Tom Van De Looi · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Tom Van De Looi · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Tom Van De Looi?
Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 79/100 match to Tom Van De Looi.
Who is the best-value alternative to Tom Van De Looi?
Mikel Vesga offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €1.2m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Tom Van De Looi?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Tom Van De Looi'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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