Cheaper alternatives to Piotr Zieliński
CM/CDMInter · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPiotr Zieliński's profile ↗
Piotr Zieliński is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Inter in Serie A, with 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 6 goals and 3 assists. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Zieliński, Ivan Ilić from Torino offers a fit score of 87/100 at a market value of €7m, while Mohamed Ihattaren from Fortuna Sittard is a budget option with a fit score of 86/100 and a value of €3m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 87 | 86 |
| 3 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 36 | €1.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | João Carvalhosimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 29 | €4.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Steven Berghuissimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 35 | €2.1m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 88 | 85 |
| 8 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Pablo Torresimilar↗ | Mallorca | 23 | €4.9m | 93 | 85 |
| 10 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 88 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Piotr Zieliński
≈ 100% Piotr Zieliński · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Piotr Zieliński · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Piotr Zieliński · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Piotr Zieliński?
Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Piotr Zieliński.
Who is the best-value alternative to Piotr Zieliński?
Ivan Ilić offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €6.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Piotr Zieliński?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Piotr Zieliński'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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