Cheaper alternatives to Marcus Linday
CM/CDMVästerås SK · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarcus Linday's profile ↗
Marcus Linday is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Västerås SK in the Allsvenskan, aged 23 with a market value of €5m. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Linday, consider Beñat Gerenabarrena from CD Castellón, valued at €1m, or Samu from Vizela, valued at €2m; both have a fit score of 83/100. Other options include Filip Krastev (PEC Zwolle, €3m) and Marvin Mehlem (Darmstadt 98, €1m), all offering similar roles at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 87 | 83 |
| 3 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 87 | 83 |
| 4 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 5 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 85 | 82 |
| 6 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 78 | 82 |
| 10 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 84 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marcus Linday
≈ 100% Marcus Linday · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Marcus Linday · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Marcus Linday · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Marcus Linday?
Marvin Mehlem (Darmstadt 98) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 83/100 match to Marcus Linday.
Who is the best-value alternative to Marcus Linday?
Beñat Gerenabarrena offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Marcus Linday?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Marcus Linday'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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