Cheaper alternatives to Koen Kostons
STSC Paderborn 07 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKoen Kostons's profile ↗
Koen Kostons is a striker for SC Paderborn 07 in the 2. Bundesliga, having made 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 11 goals and providing 6 assists. Players similar to Kostons include Luuk de Jong from PSV Eindhoven, with a fit score of 83/100, and Patrick Bamford of Sheffield United, who also has a fit score of 82/100, both offering cheaper alternatives at a lower market value.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 87 | 83 |
| 2 | Patrick Bamfordsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 33 | €1.0m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 40 | €900k | 86 | 82 |
| 4 | Benito Ramansimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €800k | 84 | 81 |
| 5 | Olivier Giroudsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 40 | €900k | 83 | 81 |
| 6 | Bryan Linssensimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 36 | €300k | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Josh Windasssimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 32 | €1.1m | 92 | 80 |
| 8 | Roberto Lópezsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 26 | €800k | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Ricky van Wolfswinkelsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 37 | €200k | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Braian Romerosimilar↗ | Vélez Sarsfield | 35 | €300k | 86 | 79 |
| 11 | Bård Finnesimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 82 | 78 |
| 12 | Andreas Weimannsimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 35 | €400k | 89 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Koen Kostons
≈ 100% Koen Kostons · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Koen Kostons · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Koen Kostons · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Koen Kostons?
Bryan Linssen (NEC Nijmegen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 80/100 match to Koen Kostons.
Who is the best-value alternative to Koen Kostons?
Luuk de Jong offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €500k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Koen Kostons?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Koen Kostons'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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