Cheaper alternatives to Ross Sykes
CB/RB/LBRoyale Union Saint-Gilloise · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRoss Sykes's profile ↗
Ross Sykes is a centre-back/right-back for Royale Union Saint-Gilloise in the Belgian Pro League, with 32 appearances and 5 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Sykes, consider Danny Bakker from SC Telstar, valued at €0m with a fit score of 86/100, or Adrián de la Fuente from Levante UD, priced at €4m and also scoring 86/100. Emin Bayram and Boy Kemper are additional options, valued at €4m and €1m respectively, both with strong fit scores.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 89 | 86 |
| 3 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 87 | 85 |
| 6 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 84 | 84 |
| 8 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 87 | 84 |
| 9 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 29 | €3.7m | 87 | 84 |
| 10 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 25 | €1.4m | 93 | 84 |
| 12 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Leeds United | 30 | €3.4m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ross Sykes
≈ 100% Ross Sykes · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Ross Sykes · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Ross Sykes · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ross Sykes?
Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 86/100 match to Ross Sykes.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ross Sykes?
Danny Bakker offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €500k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ross Sykes?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Ross Sykes'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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