Ellyes Skhiri alternatives
CM/CDM1. FC Köln · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEllyes Skhiri's profile ↗
Ellyes Skhiri is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for 1. FC Köln in the Bundesliga, with 25 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Skhiri, consider Gustavo Assunção from AVS - Futebol SAD, valued at €1m with a fit score of 80/100, or Daniel Requena from Levante UD, also valued at €1m with a fit score of 78/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 88 | 80 |
| 2 | Matteo Pessinasimilar↗ | Monza | 29 | €4.8m | 84 | 78 |
| 3 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 84 | 78 |
| 4 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 78 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 76 | 78 |
| 6 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 84 | 78 |
| 7 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 80 | 78 |
| 8 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 87 | 77 |
| 9 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 86 | 77 |
| 10 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 24 | €5.0m | 86 | 77 |
| 11 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 82 | 77 |
| 12 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 83 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ellyes Skhiri
≈ 100% Ellyes Skhiri · medium reliability
≈ 100% Ellyes Skhiri · strong: Touches, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Ellyes Skhiri · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ellyes Skhiri?
Gustavo Assunção (AVS - Futebol SAD) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 80/100 match to Ellyes Skhiri.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ellyes Skhiri?
Gustavo Assunção offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ellyes Skhiri?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Ellyes Skhiri'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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