Cheaper alternatives to Alex Cochrane
LBBirmingham City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlex Cochrane's profile ↗
Alex Cochrane is a left-back for Birmingham City in the Championship, currently valued at €2m. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Cochrane, consider Alexander Rossipal from SG Dynamo Dresden, who has a fit score of 85/100 and a market value of €1m, or Jeff Hardeveld of SC Telstar, valued at €0m with a fit score of 84/100. Other options include Tim Handwerker and Boy Kemper, both valued at €1m and fitting well into a similar role.
12 cheaper alternatives to Alex Cochrane
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 91 | 85 |
| 2 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 87 | 84 |
| 3 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 87 | 84 |
| 4 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 88 | 84 |
| 5 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 86 | 84 |
| 6 | Cristiano Biraghisimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 34 | €900k | 88 | 83 |
| 7 | Joachim Soltvedtsimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Reinaldosimilar↗ | Mirassol | 37 | €400k | 81 | 82 |
| 10 | Callum Eldersimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €400k | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alex Cochrane
≈ 100% Alex Cochrane · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Alex Cochrane · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Alex Cochrane · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Alex Cochrane?
Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 84/100 match to Alex Cochrane.
Who is the best-value alternative to Alex Cochrane?
Alexander Rossipal offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €600k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Alex Cochrane?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Alex Cochrane'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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