Cheaper alternatives to Izan Merino
CM/CDMMálaga CF · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIzan Merino's profile ↗
Izan Merino is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Málaga CF in LaLiga 2, with 34 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Merino, Tomy Carbonell (Real Sociedad B) offers a fit score of 82/100 at a market value of €1m, while Maximilian Dietz (SpVgg Greuther Fürth) has a fit score of 81/100, also valued at €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 91 | 82 |
| 2 | Maximilian Dietzsimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 24 | €1.2m | 90 | 81 |
| 3 | Oriol Reysimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €1.7m | 94 | 80 |
| 4 | Kaare Barslundsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 22 | €600k | 88 | 80 |
| 5 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €1.1m | 87 | 79 |
| 6 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 78 | 79 |
| 7 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €700k | 86 | 79 |
| 8 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 73 | 79 |
| 9 | Thomas Monconduitsimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 35 | €100k | 94 | 78 |
| 10 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | IFK Norrköping | 26 | €400k | 90 | 78 |
| 11 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 81 | 78 |
| 12 | Amadou Diawarasimilar↗ | Leganés | 29 | €700k | 89 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
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FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Izan Merino?
Kaare Barslund (IF Brommapojkarna) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 80/100 match to Izan Merino.
Who is the best-value alternative to Izan Merino?
Tomy Carbonell offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Izan Merino?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Izan Merino'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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