Cheaper alternatives to Joe Rankin-Costello
RB/CMCharlton Athletic · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoe Rankin-Costello's profile ↗
Joe Rankin-Costello is a right-back/central midfielder for Charlton Athletic in the Championship, with 23 appearances and 2 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Rankin-Costello, consider Kevin Sessa from 1. FC Heidenheim, who has a fit score of 88/100 and a market value of €1m, or Mohamed Nassoh of NAC Breda, with a fit score of 87/100, also valued at €1m.
11 cheaper alternatives to Joe Rankin-Costello
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 92 | 88 |
| 2 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 91 | 87 |
| 3 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 90 | 87 |
| 5 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 90 | 86 |
| 7 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Emre Akbabasimilar↗ | Adana Demirspor | 34 | €400k | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Ulrik Mathisensimilar↗ | SK Brann | 27 | €700k | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Thomas Brunssimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 34 | €200k | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joe Rankin-Costello
≈ 100% Joe Rankin-Costello · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Joe Rankin-Costello · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Joe Rankin-Costello · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Joe Rankin-Costello?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 87/100 match to Joe Rankin-Costello.
Who is the best-value alternative to Joe Rankin-Costello?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Joe Rankin-Costello?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (right back) by how closely they match Joe Rankin-Costello'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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