Said El Mala alternatives
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 34 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 13 goals and 4 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to El Mala, consider Mika Godts from Paris Saint-Germain, valued at €32m with a fit score of 85/100, or Andreas Schjelderup from Benfica, valued at €31m and a fit score of 84/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mika Godtssimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 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↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 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↗ | Feyenoord | 32 | €2.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 10 | Martial Godosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 23 | €23m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Manor Solomonsimilar↗ | West Ham United | 27 | €7.8m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Alejandro Garnachosimilar↗ | Chelsea | 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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