Kobbie Mainoo alternatives
CM/CDMManchester United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKobbie Mainoo's profile ↗
Kobbie Mainoo is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Manchester United in the Premier League, with 28 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Mainoo, consider Filip Krastev from PEC Zwolle, who has a fit score of 84 and a market value of €3m, or Edu Expósito of Espanyol, valued at €4m with a fit score of 83.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 2 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 88 | 83 |
| 3 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 85 | 83 |
| 4 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.6m | 88 | 83 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 84 | 83 |
| 6 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | Sevilla | 27 | €25m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 85 | 82 |
| 9 | Tom Bischofsimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 21 | €39m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Senny Mayulusimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | €38m | 85 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kobbie Mainoo
≈ 100% Kobbie Mainoo · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Kobbie Mainoo · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Kobbie Mainoo · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Kobbie Mainoo?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 83/100 match to Kobbie Mainoo.
Who is the best-value alternative to Kobbie Mainoo?
Filip Krastev offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €2.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Kobbie Mainoo?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Kobbie Mainoo'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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