Cheaper alternatives to Gjivai Zechiël
CM/CDMFC Utrecht · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGjivai Zechiël's profile ↗
Gjivai Zechiël is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for FC Utrecht in the Eredivisie, with 34 appearances, 8 goals, and 7 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Zechiël, consider Mohamed Ihattaren from Fortuna Sittard, valued at €3m with a fit score of 87/100, or Filip Krastev from PEC Zwolle, also valued at €3m and a fit score of 86/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 89 | 87 |
| 2 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 93 | 87 |
| 3 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 90 | 86 |
| 4 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 88 | 86 |
| 6 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 91 | 86 |
| 7 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 85 | 86 |
| 8 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 90 | 86 |
| 9 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 91 | 86 |
| 10 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 91 | 86 |
| 11 | Husseyn Chakrounsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 22 | €1.7m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €1.9m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gjivai Zechiël
≈ 100% Gjivai Zechiël · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Gjivai Zechiël · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Gjivai Zechiël · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Shots /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Gjivai Zechiël?
Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 86/100 match to Gjivai Zechiël.
Who is the best-value alternative to Gjivai Zechiël?
Mohamed Ihattaren offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €3.2m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Gjivai Zechiël?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Gjivai Zechiël'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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