Cheaper alternatives to Patrick Mainka
CB1. FC Heidenheim · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPatrick Mainka's profile ↗
Patrick Mainka is a centre-back for 1. FC Heidenheim in the Bundesliga, with 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 2 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Mainka, consider Justin Hubner from Fortuna Sittard, who has a fit score of 88/100 and a market value of €1m, or Maximilian Großer of Arminia Bielefeld, valued similarly at €1m with a fit score of 87/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 88 |
| 2 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 91 | 87 |
| 3 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 90 | 86 |
| 4 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 8 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 85 | 84 |
| 9 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 30 | €1.0m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 25 | €1.4m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Patrick Mainka
≈ 100% Patrick Mainka · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Patrick Mainka · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Patrick Mainka · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Patrick Mainka?
Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 84/100 match to Patrick Mainka.
Who is the best-value alternative to Patrick Mainka?
Justin Hubner offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Patrick Mainka?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Patrick Mainka'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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