Malick Thiaw alternatives
CBNewcastle United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMalick Thiaw's profile ↗
Malick Thiaw is a centre-back for Newcastle United in the Premier League, with 35 appearances and 4 goals in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Thiaw, consider Adrián de la Fuente from Levante UD, valued at €4m with a fit score of 88/100, or Ross Sykes from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, also at €5m and a fit score of 87/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 90 | 88 |
| 2 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 93 | 87 |
| 3 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 90 | 87 |
| 4 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 89 | 87 |
| 5 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 89 | 86 |
| 6 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 7 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 89 | 86 |
| 8 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 86 | 85 |
| 12 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Malick Thiaw
≈ 100% Malick Thiaw · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Malick Thiaw · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Malick Thiaw · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Malick Thiaw?
Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 86/100 match to Malick Thiaw.
Who is the best-value alternative to Malick Thiaw?
Adrián de la Fuente offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €4.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Malick Thiaw?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Malick Thiaw'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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