Cheaper alternatives to Sam McCallum
LB/LMSheffield United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSam McCallum's profile ↗
Sam McCallum is a left-back/left midfielder for Sheffield United in the Championship, with 20 appearances and a market value of €2m in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to McCallum, Tim Handwerker (Arminia Bielefeld, fit 86/100, €1m) and Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum, fit 85/100, €1m) are notable options, alongside Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar, fit 85/100, €0m).
12 cheaper alternatives to Sam McCallum
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 92 | 85 |
| 3 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Ji-sung Eomsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 24 | €1.7m | 85 | 85 |
| 5 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 87 | 84 |
| 6 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Reinaldosimilar↗ | Mirassol | 37 | €400k | 81 | 81 |
| 8 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Coba Da Costasimilar↗ | Getafe | 24 | €1.5m | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 82 | 80 |
| 12 | Emran Soglosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 21 | €800k | 82 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sam McCallum
≈ 100% Sam McCallum · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Sam McCallum · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Sam McCallum · strong: Big chances created, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Sam McCallum?
Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 85/100 match to Sam McCallum.
Who is the best-value alternative to Sam McCallum?
Tim Handwerker offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Sam McCallum?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Sam McCallum'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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