Cheaper alternatives to Dean James
LBGo Ahead Eagles · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDean James's profile ↗
Dean James is a left-back for Go Ahead Eagles in the Eredivisie, with 26 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to James, consider Jeff Hardeveld from SC Telstar, valued at €0m with a fit score of 86/100, or Tim Handwerker of Arminia Bielefeld, who is valued at €1m and also holds a fit score of 86/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Dean James
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 90 | 86 |
| 2 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 90 | 86 |
| 3 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 86 | 84 |
| 5 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Reinaldosimilar↗ | Mirassol | 37 | €400k | 84 | 84 |
| 7 | Anton Ekerothsimilar↗ | HamKam | 25 | €600k | 84 | 83 |
| 8 | Tom Strannegårdsimilar↗ | IK Start | 24 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Cristiano Biraghisimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 34 | €900k | 86 | 83 |
| 12 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 92 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dean James
≈ 100% Dean James · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Dean James · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Dean James · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Dean James?
Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 86/100 match to Dean James.
Who is the best-value alternative to Dean James?
Jeff Hardeveld offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €400k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Dean James?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Dean James'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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