Cheaper alternatives to Ben Pearson
CM/CDMStoke City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBen Pearson's profile ↗
Ben Pearson is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Stoke City in the Championship, with 31 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Pearson, consider Gerard Yepes from Sampdoria, Kaare Barslund of IF Brommapojkarna, or Florian Flick of 1. FC Nürnberg, all valued at €1m and boasting a fit score of 80/100. Xavi Sintes from Córdoba also presents a budget option at €0m with a fit score of 79/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Ben Pearson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €700k | 89 | 80 |
| 2 | Kaare Barslundsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 22 | €600k | 89 | 80 |
| 3 | Florian Flicksimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 26 | €700k | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 5 | Titouan Thomassimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 24 | €700k | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Selvi Clúasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €300k | 89 | 79 |
| 7 | Alberto del Moralsimilar↗ | Villarreal B U23 | 26 | €700k | 92 | 79 |
| 8 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 88 | 79 |
| 9 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | IFK Norrköping | 26 | €400k | 91 | 79 |
| 10 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 29 | €600k | 90 | 78 |
| 11 | Kevin Ackermannsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 90 | 78 |
| 12 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 26 | €400k | 91 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ben Pearson
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≈ 100% Ben Pearson · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ben Pearson?
Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 79/100 match to Ben Pearson.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ben Pearson?
Gerard Yepes offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ben Pearson?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Ben Pearson'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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