Cheaper alternatives to Lukas Willen
CB/LBSV Zulte Waregem · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLukas Willen's profile ↗
Lukas Willen is a centre-back/left-back for SV Zulte Waregem in the Belgian Pro League, where he has made 20 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Willen, Anton Ekeroth of HamKam and Juan Familia-Castillo of RKC Waalwijk are notable options, both boasting a fit score of 86/100, with Familia-Castillo currently valued at €0m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Lukas Willen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anton Ekerothsimilar↗ | HamKam | 25 | €600k | 83 | 87 |
| 2 | Juan Familia-Castillosimilar↗ | RKC Waalwijk | 26 | €400k | 91 | 86 |
| 3 | Tom Strannegårdsimilar↗ | IK Start | 24 | €600k | 86 | 85 |
| 4 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 28 | €500k | 86 | 85 |
| 5 | Jonas Lange Hjorthsimilar↗ | KFUM Oslo | 25 | €400k | 84 | 85 |
| 6 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 86 | 84 |
| 8 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 85 | 84 |
| 9 | Djevencio van der Kustsimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 25 | €400k | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Sebastian Revansimilar↗ | Rotherham United | 23 | €500k | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Josh Flintsimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 26 | €300k | 92 | 83 |
| 12 | Lasse Nielsensimilar↗ | Göztepe | 38 | €0k | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lukas Willen
≈ 100% Lukas Willen · strong: Accurate crosses, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Lukas Willen · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Lukas Willen · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Lukas Willen?
Juan Familia-Castillo (RKC Waalwijk) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 86/100 match to Lukas Willen.
Who is the best-value alternative to Lukas Willen?
Anton Ekeroth offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Lukas Willen?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Lukas Willen'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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