Cheaper alternatives to Malick Thiaw
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 a cheaper alternative to Thiaw, Adrián de la Fuente from Levante UD, valued at €4m with a fit score of 88/100, and Ross Sykes of Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, valued at €5m with a fit score of 87/100, present solid options.
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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 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 89 | 86 |
| 5 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 89 | 86 |
| 7 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 89 | 85 |
| 8 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 86 | 85 |
| 11 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 91 | 85 |
| 12 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Swansea 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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