Cole Palmer alternatives
CAMChelsea · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCole Palmer's profile ↗
Cole Palmer is an attacking midfielder for Chelsea in the Premier League, with 26 appearances, 10 goals, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Palmer, consider Kevin Stöger and Jonas Hofmann from Borussia M'gladbach and Bayer 04 Leverkusen, respectively, both valued at €2m and boasting a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 90 | 84 |
| 2 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 3 | Justin Kluivertsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 27 | €24m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Francisco Conceiçãosimilar↗ | Juventus | 24 | €28m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | €43m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Maghnes Akliouchesimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 24 | €49m | 93 | 83 |
| 11 | Matías Soulésimilar↗ | AS Roma | 23 | €36m | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Phil Fodensimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €66m | 92 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Cole Palmer
≈ 100% Cole Palmer · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Cole Palmer · strong: Key passes, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Cole Palmer · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Cole Palmer?
Jonas Hofmann (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.6m with a 84/100 match to Cole Palmer.
Who is the best-value alternative to Cole Palmer?
Kevin Stöger offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €1.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Cole Palmer?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Cole Palmer'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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