Ronald Araújo alternatives
CBLiverpool FC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRonald Araújo's profile ↗
Ronald Araújo is a centre-back for Liverpool FC in the Premier League, with 24 appearances and 3 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Araújo, consider Ross Sykes from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, who has a fit score of 87/100 and a market value of €5m, or Laurin Curda of SC Paderborn 07, valued at €3m with a fit score of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 91 | 87 |
| 2 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 85 | 85 |
| 3 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 88 | 85 |
| 4 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 5 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 85 | 84 |
| 6 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 85 | 84 |
| 9 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €1.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Daiki Hashiokasimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 27 | €1.5m | 87 | 83 |
| 12 | Maximilian Wöbersimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 28 | €2.7m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ronald Araújo
≈ 100% Ronald Araújo · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Ronald Araújo · strong: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Ronald Araújo · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ronald Araújo?
Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 85/100 match to Ronald Araújo.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ronald Araújo?
Ross Sykes offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €4.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ronald Araújo?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Ronald Araújo'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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