Cheaper alternatives to Jens Toornstra
CM/CAMSparta Rotterdam · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJens Toornstra's profile ↗
Jens Toornstra is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Sparta Rotterdam in the Eredivisie, having made 17 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Toornstra, Jakob Napoleon Romsaas from RC Sporting Charleroi offers a fit score of 86/100 at a market value of €1m, while Lance Duijvestijn of Fortuna Sittard also presents a budget option with a fit score of 84/100 and the same value.
12 cheaper alternatives to Jens Toornstra
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 88 | 86 |
| 2 | Lance Duijvestijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €700k | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 6 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Romano Schmidsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 26 | €17m | 83 | 81 |
| 8 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 90 | 81 |
| 10 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Ruben Müllersimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 21 | €1.1m | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jens Toornstra
≈ 100% Jens Toornstra · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Jens Toornstra · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Jens Toornstra · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Jens Toornstra?
Lance Duijvestijn (Fortuna Sittard) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 84/100 match to Jens Toornstra.
Who is the best-value alternative to Jens Toornstra?
Jakob Napoleon Romsaas offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Jens Toornstra?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Jens Toornstra'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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