Cheaper alternatives to Liam Kitching
CBCoventry City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLiam Kitching's profile ↗
Liam Kitching is a centre-back for Coventry City in the Championship, with 38 appearances and 2 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Kitching, players like Emin Bayram from KVC Westerlo and Adrián de la Fuente from Levante UD both boast a fit score of 88/100, with market values of €4m. Ross Sykes and Danny Bakker are also viable options, providing similar roles at lower costs.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 92 | 88 |
| 2 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 91 | 88 |
| 3 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 92 | 88 |
| 4 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 94 | 88 |
| 5 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 93 | 87 |
| 6 | Linus Gechtersimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 22 | €3.2m | 88 | 86 |
| 7 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 27 | €4.4m | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 86 |
| 9 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 88 | 85 |
| 10 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Liam Kitching
≈ 100% Liam Kitching · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Liam Kitching · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Liam Kitching · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Liam Kitching?
Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 88/100 match to Liam Kitching.
Who is the best-value alternative to Liam Kitching?
Emin Bayram offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €3.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Liam Kitching?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Liam Kitching'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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