Players like Alfie Devine
CAM/CMPreston North End · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlfie Devine's profile ↗
The players most similar to Alfie Devine are Franco Cristaldo, Gjivai Zechiël, Jakob Breum. Doppel rates Franco Cristaldo (CA Talleres) a 86/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Tjaronn Chery scores 86/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Alfie Devine is a dynamic attacking midfielder, thriving as a creative force with an eye for goal. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 17% of his peers, showcasing his quality on the pitch. With a knack for scoring and assisting—evidenced by 8 goals and 6 assists in 45 appearances—he excels in shots and accurate crosses, making him a constant threat in the final third. His durability is a major asset, missing only 3 games in three seasons, reflecting his reliability and commitment to the game.
Strengths: Shots, Accurate crosses, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Alfie Devine
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Franco Cristaldosimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 30 | €3.6m | 95 | 86 |
| 2 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Jakob Breumsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €5.5m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Conor Chaplinsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 29 | €2.1m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Youssef Mazizsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 93 | 87 |
| 6 | Jeppe Erenbjergsimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 26 | €4.2m | 93 | 87 |
| 7 | Tjaronn Cherysimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 38 | €400k | 93 | 86 |
| 8 | Andrea Colpanisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €3.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Sebastiano Espositosimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 24 | €14m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Miguel Cardososimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €1.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 12 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alfie Devine
≈ 100% Alfie Devine · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Alfie Devine · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Alfie Devine · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Alfie Devine?
Statistically, Franco Cristaldo (CA Talleres) is the closest look-alike to Alfie Devine — a 86/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Alfie Devine?
By Doppel's fit score, Franco Cristaldo (CA Talleres) is the closest profile to Alfie Devine, with a 86/100 overall match. Gjivai Zechiël and Jakob Breum are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Alfie Devine?
Yes. Tjaronn Chery (NEC Nijmegen) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Alfie Devine?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Alfie Devine's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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