Denis Zakaria alternatives
CM/CDMAS Monaco · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDenis Zakaria's profile ↗
Denis Zakaria is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for AS Monaco in Ligue 1, with 24 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 2 goals and providing 1 assist. For clubs seeking a cheaper alternative to Zakaria, players like Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, Melle Meulensteen of Go Ahead Eagles, and Enric Llansana from RSC Anderlecht, all offer similar roles with market values ranging from €1m to €2m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 74 | 79 |
| 2 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 4 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 86 | 79 |
| 5 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 82 | 79 |
| 6 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 80 | 78 |
| 7 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 85 | 78 |
| 8 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 88 | 78 |
| 9 | Iyad Mohamedsimilar↗ | Casa Pia | 25 | €400k | 87 | 78 |
| 10 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 80 | 78 |
| 11 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 76 | 78 |
| 12 | Mauricio Benitezsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 22 | €2.3m | 90 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Denis Zakaria
≈ 100% Denis Zakaria · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Denis Zakaria · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Denis Zakaria · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Denis Zakaria?
Noah Naujoks (Excelsior) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.4m with a 79/100 match to Denis Zakaria.
Who is the best-value alternative to Denis Zakaria?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 79/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Denis Zakaria?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Denis Zakaria'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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