Ngal'ayel Mukau alternatives
CM/CDMLille · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNgal'ayel Mukau's profile ↗
Ngal'ayel Mukau is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Lille in Ligue 1, with 30 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Mukau, consider Levi Smans from SC Heerenveen, who has a fit score of 84/100 and a market value of €1m, or Samu of Vitória SC, valued at €2m with a fit score of 83/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 84 | 84 |
| 2 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 3 | Gaetano Oristaniosimilar↗ | Parma | 24 | €4.5m | 86 | 83 |
| 4 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €300k | 88 | 83 |
| 5 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 83 | 83 |
| 6 | Kian Fitz-Jimsimilar↗ | Torino | 23 | €2.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 7 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 85 | 83 |
| 8 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 84 | 83 |
| 9 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 81 | 82 |
| 10 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 29 | €800k | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Sondre Auklendsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 23 | €2.8m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 79 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ngal'ayel Mukau
≈ 100% Ngal'ayel Mukau · strong: Key passes, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Ngal'ayel Mukau · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Ngal'ayel Mukau · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ngal'ayel Mukau?
Shiloh 't Zand (Fortuna Sittard) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 83/100 match to Ngal'ayel Mukau.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ngal'ayel Mukau?
Levi Smans offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ngal'ayel Mukau?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Ngal'ayel Mukau'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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