Ross Barkley alternatives
CM/CDM/CAMAston Villa · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRoss Barkley's profile ↗
Ross Barkley is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Aston Villa in the Premier League, currently valued at €4m. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Barkley, Kevin Sessa from Hertha BSC offers a similar role with a fit score of 86/100 at a market value of €1m. Other budget options include Noah Naujoks of Excelsior and Florian Sotoca from RC Lens, both valued at €1m and fitting well into a comparable position.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 83 | 83 |
| 3 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 89 | 83 |
| 4 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 86 | 83 |
| 5 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 82 | 82 |
| 7 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €1.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 23 | €600k | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Adrian Becksimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 29 | €1.5m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 85 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ross Barkley
≈ 100% Ross Barkley · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Ross Barkley · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Ross Barkley · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ross Barkley?
Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 82/100 match to Ross Barkley.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ross Barkley?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ross Barkley?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Ross Barkley'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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