Ian Maatsen alternatives
LBAston Villa · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIan Maatsen's profile ↗
Ian Maatsen is a left-back for Aston Villa in the Premier League, having made 30 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Maatsen, Emran Soglo from SV Zulte Waregem offers a strong fit score of 86/100 at a market value of €1m. Additionally, Nuno Tavares and Hugo Bueno, both valued at €13m, are budget alternatives with fit scores of 85/100 and 84/100, respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emran Soglosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 21 | €800k | 89 | 86 |
| 2 | Nuno Tavaressimilar↗ | Lazio | 26 | €13m | 92 | 85 |
| 3 | Hugo Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 24 | €13m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Kassoum Ouattarasimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 22 | €12m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 88 | 84 |
| 6 | Maximilian Mittelstädtsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 29 | €20m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Millwall | 27 | €5.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Niels Nkounkousimilar↗ | Nice | 26 | €2.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 29 | €3.7m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Luca Netzsimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 23 | €7.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 20 | €11m | 86 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ian Maatsen
≈ 100% Ian Maatsen · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Ian Maatsen · strong: Successful dribbles, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Ian Maatsen · strong: Accurate crosses, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ian Maatsen?
Emran Soglo (SV Zulte Waregem) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 86/100 match to Ian Maatsen.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ian Maatsen?
Emran Soglo offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ian Maatsen?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Ian Maatsen'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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