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Cheaper alternatives to Lewis Schouten

CB/CM/CDMExcelsior · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLewis Schouten's profile ↗

Lewis Schouten is a centre-back/central midfielder for Excelsior in the Eredivisie, with 24 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Schouten, consider Danny Bakker from SC Telstar, who has a fit score of 82/100, or Craig Forsyth of Derby County, with a fit score of 81/100. Both players offer similar roles at a lower market value.

8 cheaper alternatives to Lewis Schouten

#PlayerClubAgeValueTacticalOverall
1Danny Bakkersimilar↗SC Telstar31€500k9082
2Craig Forsythsimilar↗Derby County37€100k9381
3Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗Rio Ave26€400k9180
4Manolo Portanovasimilar↗Reggiana26€200k7680
5Giulio Maggioresimilar↗Salernitana28€500k8680
6Rafael Britosimilar↗Casa Pia24€600k8979
7Andrew Hughessimilar↗Preston North End34€300k9079
8Clint Leemanssimilar↗NAC Breda31€400k8279

* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons

Why these players match Lewis Schouten

1. Danny BakkerSC Telstar82/100

≈ 100% Lewis Schouten · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability

Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90

2. Craig ForsythDerby County81/100

≈ 100% Lewis Schouten · strong: Aerial duels won · low reliability

Strengths: Aerial duels won /90

3. Miguel NóbregaRio Ave80/100

≈ 100% Lewis Schouten · strong: Accurate long balls · medium reliability

Strengths: Accurate long balls /90

FAQ

What is the cheapest alternative to Lewis Schouten?

Craig Forsyth (Derby County) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 81/100 match to Lewis Schouten.

Who is the best-value alternative to Lewis Schouten?

Danny Bakker offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €500k.

How does Doppel choose alternatives to Lewis Schouten?

Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Lewis Schouten'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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