Cheaper alternatives to Richard Kone
STQueens Park Rangers · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRichard Kone's profile ↗
Richard Kone is a striker for Queens Park Rangers in the Championship, with 43 appearances, 10 goals, and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Kone, consider Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen, valued at €3m with a fit score of 83/100, or Phillip Tietz from FC Augsburg, priced at €4m and a fit score of 81/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to Richard Kone
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 86 | 83 |
| 2 | Phillip Tietzsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 29 | €3.8m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Marvin Pieringersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €2.7m | 86 | 80 |
| 4 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 82 | 80 |
| 5 | Junior Adamusimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 25 | €2.8m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Gorka Guruzetasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 30 | €4.6m | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Danny Welbecksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 36 | €3.1m | 85 | 80 |
| 8 | Kevin Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 26 | €5.8m | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Dani Escrichesimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 28 | €500k | 92 | 79 |
| 10 | Patrick Bamfordsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 33 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
| 11 | André Silvasimilar↗ | Elche | 31 | €2.8m | 85 | 79 |
| 12 | Michael Gregoritschsimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €1.6m | 85 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Richard Kone
≈ 100% Richard Kone · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Richard Kone · strong: Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Richard Kone · strong: Big chances created, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Richard Kone?
Luuk de Jong (PSV Eindhoven) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 80/100 match to Richard Kone.
Who is the best-value alternative to Richard Kone?
Thom van Bergen offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €3.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Richard Kone?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (striker) by how closely they match Richard Kone'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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