Cheaper alternatives to James McClean
LM/LBWrexham · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJames McClean's profile ↗
James McClean is a left midfielder / left-back for Wrexham in the Championship, with 16 appearances and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to McClean, consider Samuele Angori from Pisa, valued at €4m with a fit score of 85/100, or Maximilian Wittek of VfL Bochum, available for €1m and a fit score of 84/100. Brando Moruzzi from Empoli also presents a budget option, valued at €1m with a fit score of 84/100.
12 cheaper alternatives to James McClean
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samuele Angorisimilar↗ | Pisa | 23 | €4.3m | 88 | 85 |
| 2 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 90 | 84 |
| 3 | Brando Moruzzisimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €1.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 88 | 83 |
| 5 | Kaikisimilar↗ | Cruzeiro | 23 | €15m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Ji-sung Eomsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 24 | €1.7m | 82 | 83 |
| 7 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 85 | 82 |
| 8 | Emran Soglosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 21 | €800k | 85 | 82 |
| 9 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 84 | 82 |
| 11 | Samukelo Kabinisimilar↗ | Molde FK | 22 | €2.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Matthieu Udolsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 30 | €7.7m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match James McClean
≈ 100% James McClean · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% James McClean · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% James McClean · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to James McClean?
Tim Handwerker (Arminia Bielefeld) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 82/100 match to James McClean.
Who is the best-value alternative to James McClean?
Samuele Angori offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €4.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to James McClean?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left midfielder) by how closely they match James McClean'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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