Players like Alex Douglas
CB/LB/RBVästerås SK · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlex Douglas's profile ↗
The players most similar to Alex Douglas are Eirik Franke Saunes, Gianluca Frabotta, Lasse Günther. Doppel rates Eirik Franke Saunes (Bryne FK) a 86/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Eirik Franke Saunes scores 86/100 at about €500k. Data as of July 2026.
About Alex Douglas
Alex Douglas is a possession-focused ball-playing centre-back who excels in winning the ball back in the attacking third, ranking in the top 11% of his peers. With a Sofascore rating in the top 35%, he showcases solid overall quality and reliability, having missed only 16 games in the last three seasons. While he might not be the most dominant in duels or clearances, his ability to regain possession high up the pitch makes him a valuable asset in modern defensive setups.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Alex Douglas
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 28 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Gianluca Frabottasimilar↗ | Cesena | 27 | €1.5m | 90 | 84 |
| 3 | Lasse Günthersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 23 | €2.3m | 90 | 86 |
| 4 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 32 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Tiago Araújosimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 89 | 86 |
| 6 | Ricardo Mangassimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 28 | €1.9m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 89 | 87 |
| 8 | Samukelo Kabinisimilar↗ | Molde FK | 22 | €2.3m | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Ilay Camarasimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 23 | €3.6m | 87 | 84 |
| 10 | Harrison Burrowssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 24 | €9.2m | 87 | 84 |
| 11 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 87 | 85 |
| 12 | Brando Moruzzisimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €1.4m | 87 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alex Douglas
≈ 100% Alex Douglas · strong: xG + xA, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Alex Douglas · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Alex Douglas · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Alex Douglas?
By Doppel's fit score, Eirik Franke Saunes (Bryne FK) is the closest profile to Alex Douglas, with a 86/100 overall match. Gianluca Frabotta and Lasse Günther are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Alex Douglas?
Yes. Eirik Franke Saunes (Bryne FK) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Alex Douglas?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Alex Douglas's 2024 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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