Kalvin Phillips alternatives
CDM/CMSheffield United · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitKalvin Phillips's profile ↗
Kalvin Phillips is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Sheffield United in the Championship, with 19 appearances this season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Phillips, Mikel Vesga from Athletic Club offers a fit score of 77/100 at a market value of €1m, while Gustavo Assunção from AVS - Futebol SAD and Siebe Schrijvers from Oud-Heverlee Leuven both present solid options with a fit score of 76/100 and values of €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 84 | 77 |
| 2 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 83 | 76 |
| 3 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 83 | 76 |
| 4 | Siebe Schrijverssimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 30 | €1.4m | 84 | 76 |
| 5 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 76 |
| 6 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 29 | €800k | 77 | 76 |
| 7 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Boca Juniors | 37 | €400k | 84 | 76 |
| 8 | Rubén Alcarazsimilar↗ | Granada | 35 | €300k | 88 | 76 |
| 9 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 80 | 76 |
| 10 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 72 | 76 |
| 11 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 76 | 76 |
| 12 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 80 | 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: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Kalvin Phillips · medium reliability
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Kalvin Phillips?
Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) 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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