Cheaper alternatives to Derry Murkin
LBFC Schalke 04 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDerry Murkin's profile ↗
Derry Murkin is a left-back for FC Schalke 04 in the German 2. Bundesliga, with 12 appearances and 3 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Murkin, consider Maximilian Wittek from VfL Bochum 1848, Yuri Berchiche of Athletic Club, or Jeff Hardeveld from SC Telstar, all providing similar roles at lower market values.
12 cheaper alternatives to Derry Murkin
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 95 | 86 |
| 3 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 89 | 86 |
| 4 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 87 | 84 |
| 5 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 86 | 84 |
| 6 | Fabio Ferrarosimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 24 | €1.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Emran Soglosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 21 | €800k | 85 | 84 |
| 9 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 32 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Reinaldosimilar↗ | Mirassol | 37 | €400k | 81 | 82 |
| 12 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €900k | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Derry Murkin
≈ 100% Derry Murkin · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Derry Murkin · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Derry Murkin · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Derry Murkin?
Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 86/100 match to Derry Murkin.
Who is the best-value alternative to Derry Murkin?
Maximilian Wittek offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Derry Murkin?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Derry Murkin'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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