Cheaper alternatives to Reece James
RB/CM/CDMChelsea · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitReece James's profile ↗
Reece James is a right-back/central midfielder for Chelsea in the Premier League, currently valued at €63m. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to James, Kieran Trippier from Newcastle United, valued at €1m with a fit score of 86/100, and João Cancelo from FC Barcelona, valued at €9m with a fit score of 84/100, are noteworthy options. Tom Bischof and Joey Veerman also present budget alternatives, valued at €39m and €26m, respectively, both with a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kieran Trippiersimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 36 | €1.4m | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | João Cancelosimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 32 | €8.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Tom Bischofsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 21 | €39m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Pedro Porrosimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 27 | €32m | 94 | 84 |
| 8 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 93 | 84 |
| 10 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 28 | €19m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | James Garnersimilar↗ | Everton | 25 | €48m | 96 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Reece James
≈ 100% Reece James · strong: Accurate crosses, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Reece James · strong: Successful dribbles, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Touches /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Reece James · strong: Accurate crosses, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Reece James?
Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €900k with a 84/100 match to Reece James.
Who is the best-value alternative to Reece James?
Kieran Trippier offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Reece James?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (right back) by how closely they match Reece James'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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