Cheaper alternatives to Ross Barkley
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, with 21 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 3 goals and 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Barkley, consider Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim, who has a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €1m, or Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 83/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 83 | 83 |
| 3 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 86 | 83 |
| 4 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 82 | 82 |
| 7 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Adrian Becksimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 29 | €1.5m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 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: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
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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