Joe Willock alternatives
CMNewcastle United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoe Willock's profile ↗
Joe Willock is a central midfielder for Newcastle United in the Premier League, with 24 appearances and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Willock, consider Levi Smans from SC Heerenveen, valued at €1m with a fit score of 86/100, or Jon Ander Olasagasti from Levante UD, priced at €3m and also with a fit score of 86/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 87 | 86 |
| 2 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 88 | 85 |
| 5 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Bruno Zapellisimilar↗ | Athletico | 24 | €4.7m | 88 | 85 |
| 7 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.6m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 84 | 84 |
| 12 | Luka Sučićsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 24 | €11m | 93 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joe Willock
≈ 100% Joe Willock · strong: Key passes, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Joe Willock · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Joe Willock · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Joe Willock?
Levi Smans (SC Heerenveen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.4m with a 86/100 match to Joe Willock.
Who is the best-value alternative to Joe Willock?
Levi Smans offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Joe Willock?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Joe Willock'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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