Cheaper alternatives to Rick Van Drongelen
CBSamsunspor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRick Van Drongelen's profile ↗
Rick Van Drongelen is a centre-back for Samsunspor in the Turkish Super Lig, with 32 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Van Drongelen, consider Emin Bayram from KVC Westerlo, who has a fit score of 89/100 and a market value of €4m, or Danny Bakker from SC Telstar, valued at €0m with a fit score of 88/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Rick Van Drongelen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 93 | 89 |
| 2 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 94 | 88 |
| 3 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 89 | 87 |
| 4 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 91 | 87 |
| 5 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 6 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 92 | 86 |
| 8 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 85 | 85 |
| 9 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 86 | 85 |
| 10 | Fabian Schärsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 35 | €3.9m | 94 | 85 |
| 11 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rick Van Drongelen
≈ 100% Rick Van Drongelen · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Rick Van Drongelen · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Rick Van Drongelen · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Rick Van Drongelen?
Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 88/100 match to Rick Van Drongelen.
Who is the best-value alternative to Rick Van Drongelen?
Emin Bayram offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 89/100 at about €3.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Rick Van Drongelen?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Rick Van Drongelen's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, top leagues across Europe and South America, last 3 seasons.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →