Cheaper alternatives to Joe Rothwell
CM/CDMSheffield United · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoe Rothwell's profile ↗
Joe Rothwell is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sheffield United in the Championship, with 36 appearances and 4 assists in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Rothwell, players like Alexandru Maxim from Gaziantep FK (fit 86/100) and Ruben Jenssen of Tromsø IL (fit 84/100) offer similar roles at a lower market value. Other budget alternatives include Stuart Armstrong from Southampton (fit 83/100) and Barry Bannan of Sheffield Wednesday (fit 82/100).
6 cheaper alternatives to Joe Rothwell
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 90 | 86 |
| 2 | Ruben Jenssensimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 38 | €100k | 88 | 84 |
| 3 | Stuart Armstrongsimilar↗ | Southampton | 34 | €200k | 86 | 83 |
| 4 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 37 | €200k | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | José Sosasimilar↗ | Estudiantes de La Plata | 41 | €100k | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Kevin Lopezsimilar↗ | Defensa y Justicia | 25 | €300k | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joe Rothwell
≈ 100% Joe Rothwell · strong: Key passes, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Joe Rothwell · strong: Big chances created, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Joe Rothwell · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Joe Rothwell?
Ruben Jenssen (Tromsø IL) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 84/100 match to Joe Rothwell.
Who is the best-value alternative to Joe Rothwell?
Alexandru Maxim offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €300k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Joe Rothwell?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Joe Rothwell'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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