Metinho alternatives
CM/CDMSparta Rotterdam · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitMetinho's profile ↗
Metinho is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sparta Rotterdam in the Eredivisie, with 24 appearances in the 2023/24 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Metinho, consider Filip Krastev from PEC Zwolle, valued at €3m, or Irakli Yegoian from Excelsior, valued at €2m, both boasting a fit score of 82/100. Another option is Noah Naujoks, also from Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 81/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 84 | 82 |
| 2 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 84 | 82 |
| 3 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 77 | 81 |
| 4 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 84 | 81 |
| 6 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 82 | 80 |
| 8 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 80 | 80 |
| 9 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 89 | 80 |
| 10 | Yassin Oukilisimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 25 | €700k | 93 | 80 |
| 11 | Jacopo Fazzinisimilar↗ | Cagliari | 23 | €8.2m | 86 | 80 |
| 12 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Metinho
≈ 100% Metinho · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Metinho · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Metinho · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Metinho?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 80/100 match to Metinho.
Who is the best-value alternative to Metinho?
Filip Krastev offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €2.9m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Metinho?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Metinho'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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