Cheaper alternatives to Said El Mala
LW1. FC Köln · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSaid El Mala's profile ↗
Said El Mala is a left winger for 1. FC Köln in the Bundesliga, with a market value of €46m. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to El Mala, consider Mika Godts from AFC Ajax, valued at €32m with a fit score of 84/100, or Andreas Schjelderup from Benfica, also at €31m with a fit score of 84/100. Another option is Eliesse Ben Seghir from AS Monaco, valued at €21m and a fit score of 83/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mika Godtssimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 21 | €32m | 90 | 85 |
| 2 | Andreas Schjelderupsimilar↗ | Benfica | 22 | €31m | 89 | 84 |
| 3 | Abdessamad Ezzalzoulisimilar↗ | Real Betis | 25 | €43m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Kaoru Mitomasimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 29 | €20m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Gabriel Martinellisimilar↗ | Arsenal | 25 | €42m | 88 | 83 |
| 7 | Nico Williamssimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 24 | €44m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Raheem Sterlingsimilar↗ | Chelsea | 32 | €2.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 10 | Martial Godosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 23 | €23m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Manor Solomonsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 27 | €7.8m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Alejandro Garnachosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 22 | €26m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Said El Mala
≈ 100% Said El Mala · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Said El Mala · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Said El Mala · strong: Duels won, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Said El Mala?
Chris Führich (VfB Stuttgart) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €12m with a 82/100 match to Said El Mala.
Who is the best-value alternative to Said El Mala?
Mika Godts offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €32m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Said El Mala?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left winger) by how closely they match Said El Mala'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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