Karol Linetty alternatives
CDM/CMKocaelispor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKarol Linetty's profile ↗
Karol Linetty is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Kocaelispor in the Turkish Super Lig, with 25 appearances and 2 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Linetty, players like Thijs Oosting from PEC Zwolle, who scored a fit of 83/100, and Görkem Sağlam from Kayserispor, with a fit of 82/100, both offer similar roles at a market value of €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 85 | 83 |
| 2 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 85 | 82 |
| 3 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 87 | 82 |
| 4 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 84 | 81 |
| 5 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 30 | €900k | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | FC Twente | 29 | €700k | 84 | 81 |
| 7 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 85 | 81 |
| 8 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 82 | 81 |
| 9 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €300k | 84 | 81 |
| 11 | Ruben Jenssensimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 38 | €100k | 86 | 80 |
| 12 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 37 | €200k | 84 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Karol Linetty
≈ 100% Karol Linetty · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Karol Linetty · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Karol Linetty · strong: Accurate crosses, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Karol Linetty?
Alexandru Maxim (Gaziantep FK) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 81/100 match to Karol Linetty.
Who is the best-value alternative to Karol Linetty?
Thijs Oosting offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Karol Linetty?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Karol Linetty'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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