Cheaper alternatives to Kalvin Phillips
CDM/CMIpswich Town · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitKalvin Phillips's profile ↗
Kalvin Phillips is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Ipswich Town in the Premier League, with 19 appearances and 1239 minutes played in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Phillips, consider Mikel Vesga from Athletic Club, who has a fit score of 77/100 and a market value of €1m, or Siebe Schrijvers of Oud-Heverlee Leuven, valued at €1m with a fit score of 76/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 84 | 77 |
| 2 | Siebe Schrijverssimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 30 | €1.4m | 84 | 76 |
| 3 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 83 | 76 |
| 4 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 83 | 76 |
| 5 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 76 |
| 6 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 77 | 76 |
| 7 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 37 | €400k | 84 | 76 |
| 8 | Rubén Alcarazsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 35 | €300k | 88 | 76 |
| 9 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 80 | 76 |
| 10 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 72 | 76 |
| 11 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 80 | 76 |
| 12 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 76 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kalvin Phillips
≈ 100% Kalvin Phillips · 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% Kalvin Phillips · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Kalvin Phillips · 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 Kalvin Phillips?
Rubén Alcaraz (Cádiz) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 76/100 match to Kalvin Phillips.
Who is the best-value alternative to Kalvin Phillips?
Mikel Vesga offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 77/100 at about €1.2m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Kalvin Phillips?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Kalvin Phillips'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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