Ilia Gruev alternatives
CM/CDMLeeds United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIlia Gruev's profile ↗
Ilia Gruev is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Leeds United in the Championship, with 23 appearances and 3 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Gruev, players like Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 82/100, and Dariusz Stalmach from SV Werder Bremen, valued at €2m with the same fit score, present viable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 78 | 82 |
| 2 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 86 | 82 |
| 3 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 88 | 81 |
| 4 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 83 | 81 |
| 5 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 85 | 81 |
| 7 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 81 | 81 |
| 8 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 84 | 81 |
| 9 | Alexander Prasssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 25 | €8.7m | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 85 | 80 |
| 12 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 84 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ilia Gruev
≈ 100% Ilia Gruev · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Ilia Gruev · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Ilia Gruev · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Ilia Gruev?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 81/100 match to Ilia Gruev.
Who is the best-value alternative to Ilia Gruev?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Ilia Gruev?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Ilia Gruev'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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