Cheaper alternatives to Thomas Holmes
CBLuton Town · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitThomas Holmes's profile ↗
Thomas Holmes is a centre-back for Luton Town in the Championship, with 18 appearances in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Holmes, Danny Bakker of SC Telstar, with a fit score of 86/100 and a market value of €0m, and Craig Forsyth from Derby County, who has a fit score of 85/100, also valued at €0m, present viable options.
12 cheaper alternatives to Thomas Holmes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 92 | 85 |
| 3 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €700k | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 84 | 84 |
| 8 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Marvin Peersmansimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 35 | €200k | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Wagane Fayesimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 33 | €400k | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 85 | 82 |
| 12 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thomas Holmes
≈ 100% Thomas Holmes · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Thomas Holmes · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Thomas Holmes · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Thomas Holmes?
Craig Forsyth (Derby County) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 85/100 match to Thomas Holmes.
Who is the best-value alternative to Thomas Holmes?
Danny Bakker offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €500k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Thomas Holmes?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Thomas Holmes'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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