Stephen Welsh alternatives
CBKV Mechelen · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitStephen Welsh's profile ↗
Stephen Welsh is a centre-back for KV Mechelen in the Belgian Pro League, currently valued at €2m. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Welsh, players like Craig Forsyth from Derby County, with a fit score of 84/100 and a value of €0m, and Miguel Nóbrega from Vitória SC, fitting at 83/100 and also valued at €0m, present viable options. Additionally, Lewis Schouten from AZ Alkmaar and Danny Bakker from SC Telstar offer similar roles at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 90 | 84 |
| 2 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 26 | €400k | 88 | 83 |
| 3 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 22 | €700k | 87 | 83 |
| 4 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 84 | 82 |
| 5 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Florian Lejeunesimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 35 | €1.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 80 | 81 |
| 9 | Cacásimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €1.5m | 78 | 81 |
| 10 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 37 | €300k | 84 | 81 |
| 11 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 81 | 81 |
| 12 | Henrik Heggheimsimilar↗ | Viking FK | 25 | €1.9m | 82 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stephen Welsh
≈ 100% Stephen Welsh · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Stephen Welsh · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Stephen Welsh · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Stephen Welsh?
Craig Forsyth (Derby County) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 84/100 match to Stephen Welsh.
Who is the best-value alternative to Stephen Welsh?
Craig Forsyth offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €100k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Stephen Welsh?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Stephen Welsh'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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