Marlon Freitas alternatives
CM/CDMPalmeiras · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarlon Freitas's profile ↗
Marlon Freitas is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Palmeiras in the Brazilian Serie A, with 19 appearances in 2026, contributing 2 goals and 1 assist. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Freitas, Görkem Sağlam of Kayserispor and Giacomo Calò from Frosinone both offer similar roles, with fit scores of 84/100 and market values of €1m and €2m, respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 87 | 84 |
| 2 | Giacomo Calòsimilar↗ | Frosinone | 29 | €2.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 3 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Will Smallbonesimilar↗ | Millwall | 26 | €3.4m | 86 | 82 |
| 5 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €2.4m | 85 | 80 |
| 6 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 30 | €900k | 85 | 80 |
| 7 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 83 | 80 |
| 8 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Millwall | 37 | €200k | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 85 | 79 |
| 10 | Tygo Landsimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €2.3m | 84 | 79 |
| 11 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 77 | 79 |
| 12 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 80 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marlon Freitas
≈ 100% Marlon Freitas · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Marlon Freitas · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Marlon Freitas · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Marlon Freitas?
Barry Bannan (Millwall) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 80/100 match to Marlon Freitas.
Who is the best-value alternative to Marlon Freitas?
Görkem Sağlam offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Marlon Freitas?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Marlon Freitas'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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