Cheaper alternatives to Riley McGree
LW/CAMMiddlesbrough · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRiley McGree's profile ↗
Riley McGree is a left winger/attacking midfielder for Middlesbrough in the Championship, with 28 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 6 goals and 3 assists. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to McGree, consider Patrick Brouwer from SC Telstar, Thorgan Hazard from RSC Anderlecht, or Jón Dagur Þórsteinsson from Oud-Heverlee Leuven, all valued significantly lower at €1m to €2m, while maintaining a fit score of 82/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Riley McGree
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 83 | 82 |
| 2 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 33 | €1.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 3 | Jón Dagur Þórsteinssonsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €800k | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 83 | 82 |
| 5 | Florian Neuhaussimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 29 | €2.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 85 | 81 |
| 8 | Williansimilar↗ | Fulham | 38 | €400k | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 90 | 81 |
| 10 | Ivan Perišićsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 37 | €1.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Andrej Kramarićsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 35 | €2.7m | 86 | 80 |
| 12 | Sem van Duijnsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 22 | €700k | 83 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Riley McGree
≈ 100% Riley McGree · strong: xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Riley McGree · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Riley McGree · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Riley McGree?
Willian (Fulham) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 81/100 match to Riley McGree.
Who is the best-value alternative to Riley McGree?
Patrick Brouwer offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Riley McGree?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left winger) by how closely they match Riley McGree'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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