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Cheaper alternatives to Paddy McNair

CBHull City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPaddy McNair's profile ↗

Paddy McNair is a centre-back for Hull City in the Championship, with 14 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to McNair, consider Bryan Goncalves from FCV Dender, who has a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €0m, or Justin Hubner of Fortuna Sittard, with a fit score of 85/100 and a value of €1m.

12 cheaper alternatives to Paddy McNair

#PlayerClubAgeValueTacticalOverall
1Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗FCV Dender30€500k9186
2Justin Hubnersimilar↗Fortuna Sittard23€1.0m8685
3Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗Südtirol28€600k8985
4Martin Gjonesimilar↗HamKam21€700k8885
5Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗SG Dynamo Dresden30€600k8584
6Haydon Robertssimilar↗Bristol City24€1.1m9084
7Marvin Peersmansimilar↗FC Groningen35€200k8984
8Guus Offerhaussimilar↗SC Telstar25€700k9184
9Joedrick Pupesimilar↗FCV Dender29€1.3m9084
10Olivier Aertssensimilar↗PEC Zwolle22€600k8784
11Danny da Costasimilar↗1. FSV Mainz 0533€1.1m8883
12Aaron Cresswellsimilar↗Stoke City37€300k9483

* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons

Why these players match Paddy McNair

1. Bryan GoncalvesFCV Dender86/100

≈ 100% Paddy McNair · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability

Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90

2. Justin HubnerFortuna Sittard85/100

≈ 100% Paddy McNair · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · medium reliability

Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90

3. Hamza El KaouakibiSüdtirol85/100

≈ 100% Paddy McNair · strong: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third · low reliability

Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90

FAQ

What is the cheapest alternative to Paddy McNair?

Marvin Peersman (FC Groningen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 84/100 match to Paddy McNair.

Who is the best-value alternative to Paddy McNair?

Bryan Goncalves offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €500k.

How does Doppel choose alternatives to Paddy McNair?

Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Paddy McNair'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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