Joelinton alternatives
CMNewcastle United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoelinton's profile ↗
Joelinton is a central midfielder for Newcastle United in the Premier League, with 27 appearances, 2 goals, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Joelinton, consider Eric Ebimbe from FC Schalke 04, valued at €6m with a fit score of 85/100, or Filip Krastev from PEC Zwolle, valued at €3m with a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 2 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 88 | 84 |
| 3 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 86 | 83 |
| 5 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 88 | 83 |
| 6 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 81 | 83 |
| 7 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €1.6m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 85 | 82 |
| 11 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | Sevilla | 27 | €25m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 33 | €3.6m | 92 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joelinton
≈ 100% Joelinton · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Joelinton · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Joelinton · strong: Shots, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Joelinton?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 83/100 match to Joelinton.
Who is the best-value alternative to Joelinton?
Eric Ebimbe offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €6.5m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Joelinton?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Joelinton'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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