Ruslan Malinovskyi alternatives
CAM/CMGenoa · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRuslan Malinovskyi's profile ↗
Ruslan Malinovskyi is an attacking midfielder/central midfielder for Genoa in Serie A, with 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 6 goals and 3 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Malinovskyi, consider Florian Sotoca from RC Lens, valued at €1m with a fit score of 86/100, or Kevin Stöger from Borussia M'gladbach, valued at €2m with a fit score of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 8 | İlkay Gündoğansimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 36 | €1.9m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Haris Hajradinovićsimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €1.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €1.8m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ruslan Malinovskyi
≈ 100% Ruslan Malinovskyi · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Ruslan Malinovskyi · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Ruslan Malinovskyi · strong: Accurate crosses, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ruslan Malinovskyi?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 85/100 match to Ruslan Malinovskyi.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ruslan Malinovskyi?
Florian Sotoca offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €1.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ruslan Malinovskyi?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Ruslan Malinovskyi'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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