Patrick Bamford alternatives
STSheffield United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPatrick Bamford's profile ↗
Patrick Bamford is a striker for Sheffield United in the Championship, having made 28 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 12 goals and providing 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Bamford, Luuk de Jong from FC Porto, with a fit score of 87/100 and a market value of €0m, and Olivier Giroud from Lille, with a fit score of 85/100, valued at €1m, are notable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | FC Porto | 36 | €500k | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Olivier Giroudsimilar↗ | Lille | 40 | €900k | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Edin Džekosimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 40 | €900k | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Ricky van Wolfswinkelsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 37 | €200k | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Benito Ramansimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €800k | 86 | 82 |
| 6 | Bryan Linssensimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 36 | €300k | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Yussuf Poulsensimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 32 | €900k | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Patrick Bamford
≈ 100% Patrick Bamford · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Patrick Bamford · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Patrick Bamford · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Patrick Bamford?
Ricky van Wolfswinkel (FC Twente) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 83/100 match to Patrick Bamford.
Who is the best-value alternative to Patrick Bamford?
Luuk de Jong offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €500k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Patrick Bamford?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Patrick Bamford'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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