Cheaper alternatives to Filip Krastev
CM/CDM/LWOxford United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFilip Krastev's profile ↗
Filip Krastev is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Oxford United in the Championship, with 16 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Krastev, consider Noah Naujoks and Irakli Yegoian, both from Excelsior in the Eredivisie, who have fit scores of 81/100 and market values of €1m and €2m, respectively.
12 cheaper alternatives to Filip Krastev
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 80 | 81 |
| 2 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 87 | 81 |
| 3 | Richonell Margaretsimilar↗ | RKC Waalwijk | 26 | €600k | 84 | 80 |
| 4 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 86 | 80 |
| 5 | Julimarsimilar↗ | Athletico | 25 | €2.1m | 84 | 80 |
| 6 | Carlos Eduardosimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 30 | €500k | 85 | 80 |
| 7 | Jón Dagur Þórsteinssonsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €800k | 79 | 79 |
| 8 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 85 | 79 |
| 9 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 91 | 79 |
| 10 | Alessonsimilar↗ | Mirassol | 27 | €2.7m | 82 | 79 |
| 11 | João Marquessimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 24 | €1.4m | 84 | 79 |
| 12 | Jovane Cabralsimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 28 | €900k | 85 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Filip Krastev
≈ 100% Filip Krastev · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Filip Krastev · low reliability
≈ 100% Filip Krastev · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Filip Krastev?
Carlos Eduardo (Alanyaspor) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €500k with a 80/100 match to Filip Krastev.
Who is the best-value alternative to Filip Krastev?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Filip Krastev?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Filip Krastev'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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