Cheaper alternatives to Thomas Delaney
CM/CDMRSC Anderlecht · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitThomas Delaney's profile ↗
Thomas Delaney is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for RSC Anderlecht in the Belgian Pro League, having made 23 appearances in the 2023/24 season. Players similar to Delaney include Manolo Portanova from Reggiana, Muammer Sarıkaya of Çaykur Rizespor, and Leandro Bacuna from FC Groningen, all valued at €0m with fit scores of 81/100, making them budget alternatives to Delaney.
10 cheaper alternatives to Thomas Delaney
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 80 | 81 |
| 2 | Muammer Sarıkayasimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 28 | €300k | 87 | 81 |
| 3 | Leandro Bacunasimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 35 | €300k | 85 | 81 |
| 4 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 87 | 80 |
| 5 | Mattheussimilar↗ | SC Farense | 32 | €300k | 87 | 80 |
| 6 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 85 | 79 |
| 7 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 87 | 79 |
| 8 | Aytaç Karasimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 33 | €400k | 83 | 78 |
| 9 | Mael Corbozsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 32 | €400k | 83 | 78 |
| 10 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 81 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thomas Delaney
≈ 100% Thomas Delaney · strong: Non-penalty goals, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Thomas Delaney · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Thomas Delaney · strong: Clearances, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Thomas Delaney?
Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 79/100 match to Thomas Delaney.
Who is the best-value alternative to Thomas Delaney?
Manolo Portanova offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €200k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Thomas Delaney?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Thomas Delaney'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 →