Dean James alternatives
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, 1 goal, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to James, consider Jeff Hardeveld from SC Telstar, who has a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €0m, or Tim Handwerker of Arminia Bielefeld, valued at €1m with the same fit score.
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| # | 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 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 32 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Cristiano Biraghisimilar↗ | Torino | 34 | €900k | 86 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · 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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