Alex Cochrane alternatives
LBBirmingham City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlex Cochrane's profile ↗
Alex Cochrane is a left-back for Birmingham City in the Championship, having made 21 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 4 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Cochrane, players like Alexander Rossipal from SG Dynamo Dresden, valued at €1m with a fit score of 85/100, or Jeff Hardeveld from SC Telstar, who is available for free and has a fit score of 84/100, are worth considering.
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| # | 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 | Damian van der Haarsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €400k | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 86 | 84 |
| 6 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Cristiano Biraghisimilar↗ | Torino | 34 | €900k | 88 | 84 |
| 8 | Joachim Soltvedtsimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Reinaldosimilar↗ | Mirassol | 37 | €400k | 81 | 82 |
| 11 | Callum Eldersimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €400k | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · 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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