Cheaper alternatives to Sean McLoughlin
CB/LBBlackburn Rovers · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSean McLoughlin's profile ↗
Sean McLoughlin is a centre-back/left-back for Blackburn Rovers in the Championship, with 44 appearances and 3911 minutes played in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to McLoughlin, consider Rio Hillen from NAC Breda, who has a fit score of 83/100, or Syb Van Ottele of Fortuna Sittard, with a fit score of 80/100, both valued at €1m. Danny Bakker from SC Telstar is also a budget option, valued at €0m and sharing a similar role.
7 cheaper alternatives to Sean McLoughlin
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 90 | 83 |
| 2 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 87 | 81 |
| 3 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 83 | 80 |
| 4 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 83 | 80 |
| 5 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 88 | 79 |
| 6 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 78 | 79 |
| 7 | Marco Varniersimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 28 | €500k | 91 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sean McLoughlin
≈ 100% Sean McLoughlin · strong: Duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Sean McLoughlin · strong: Accurate long balls, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Sean McLoughlin · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Sean McLoughlin?
Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 79/100 match to Sean McLoughlin.
Who is the best-value alternative to Sean McLoughlin?
Rio Hillen offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €700k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Sean McLoughlin?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Sean McLoughlin'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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