Cheaper alternatives to Youssef Maleh
CM/CDMCremonese · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYoussef Maleh's profile ↗
The best budget alternatives to Youssef Maleh are Kevin Sessa, Finn Porath, Matúš Bero. Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) rates 77/100 as a match at about €800k, below Youssef Maleh's ~€1.6m. Data as of July 2026.
11 cheaper alternatives to Youssef Maleh
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 75 | 77 |
| 2 | Finn Porathsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 29 | €800k | 88 | 76 |
| 3 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 79 | 75 |
| 4 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 77 | 75 |
| 5 | Joan Jordánsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 32 | €1.0m | 74 | 75 |
| 6 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 84 | 75 |
| 7 | Marco Reussimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 37 | €1.4m | 73 | 75 |
| 8 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 80 | 74 |
| 9 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 78 | 74 |
| 10 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Salernitana | 28 | €500k | 87 | 74 |
| 11 | Gonzalo Escalantesimilar↗ | Cádiz | 33 | €400k | 83 | 73 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Youssef Maleh
≈ 100% Youssef Maleh · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Youssef Maleh · strong: Clearances, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Youssef Maleh · strong: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Youssef Maleh?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 77/100 match to Youssef Maleh.
Who is the best-value alternative to Youssef Maleh?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 77/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Youssef Maleh?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Youssef Maleh's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, big-5 and more, last 3 seasons.
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