Cheaper alternatives to Alfie Jones
CBMiddlesbrough · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlfie Jones's profile ↗
Alfie Jones is a centre-back for Middlesbrough in the Championship, having made 22 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Jones, consider Leo Greiml from NAC Breda, Craig Forsyth from Derby County, or Jannis Heuer from Preußen Münster, all of whom have a fit score of 83/100 and are valued significantly lower, at €1m or less.
12 cheaper alternatives to Alfie Jones
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
| 2 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 88 | 83 |
| 3 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 88 | 83 |
| 4 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 82 | 83 |
| 5 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 83 | 82 |
| 6 | Tommaso Cassandrosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 26 | €2.1m | 85 | 82 |
| 7 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 82 | 82 |
| 8 | Odin Luras Bjørtuftsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 28 | €4.1m | 83 | 82 |
| 9 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 85 | 82 |
| 10 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 82 | 82 |
| 11 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 85 | 82 |
| 12 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €700k | 85 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alfie Jones
≈ 100% Alfie Jones · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Alfie Jones · 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% Alfie Jones · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Alfie Jones?
Craig Forsyth (Derby County) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 83/100 match to Alfie Jones.
Who is the best-value alternative to Alfie Jones?
Leo Greiml offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Alfie Jones?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Alfie Jones'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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