Cheaper alternatives to Gijs Smal
LBFeyenoord · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGijs Smal's profile ↗
Gijs Smal is a left-back for Feyenoord in the Eredivisie, with 17 appearances and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Smal, Maximilian Wittek from VfL Bochum offers a fit score of 86/100 at a market value of €1m, while Bjorn Meijer of Club Brugge provides a similar role with a fit score of 86/100 for €3m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Gijs Smal
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 89 | 86 |
| 3 | Emran Soglosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 21 | €800k | 89 | 86 |
| 4 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Leeds United | 30 | €3.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 27 | €5.2m | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | Genoa | 29 | €4.9m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 84 | 83 |
| 9 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 29 | €3.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 85 | 83 |
| 11 | Liberato Cacacesimilar↗ | Empoli | 26 | €2.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Kazımcan Karataşsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 23 | €2.1m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gijs Smal
≈ 100% Gijs Smal · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Gijs Smal · strong: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Gijs Smal · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Gijs Smal?
Nolan Gillot (RAAL La Louvière) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 83/100 match to Gijs Smal.
Who is the best-value alternative to Gijs Smal?
Maximilian Wittek offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Gijs Smal?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Gijs Smal'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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