Cheaper alternatives to Lee Buchanan
LBBirmingham City · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitLee Buchanan's profile ↗
Lee Buchanan is a left-back for Birmingham City in the Championship, having made 32 appearances in the 2023/24 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Buchanan, players like Yuri Berchiche from Athletic Club and Justin Hubner from Fortuna Sittard both have a fit score of 79/100 and a market value of €1m. Additionally, Louis Breunig and Deyovaisio Zeefuik are budget options, both valued at €1m and fitting well into a similar role.
12 cheaper alternatives to Lee Buchanan
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 83 | 79 |
| 2 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 84 | 79 |
| 3 | Louis Breunigsimilar↗ | SSV Jahn Regensburg | 23 | €1.0m | 86 | 78 |
| 4 | Deyovaisio Zeefuiksimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 28 | €1.1m | 89 | 78 |
| 5 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 82 | 77 |
| 6 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 76 | 77 |
| 7 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 74 | 77 |
| 8 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 77 | 77 |
| 9 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 87 | 77 |
| 10 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 74 | 76 |
| 11 | Stone Muzalimoja Mambosimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 27 | €500k | 88 | 76 |
| 12 | Callum Eldersimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €400k | 81 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lee Buchanan
≈ 100% Lee Buchanan · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Lee Buchanan · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Lee Buchanan · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Lee Buchanan?
Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 77/100 match to Lee Buchanan.
Who is the best-value alternative to Lee Buchanan?
Yuri Berchiche offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 79/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Lee Buchanan?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Lee Buchanan'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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