Thiago Maia alternatives
CM/CDMInternacional · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitThiago Maia's profile ↗
Thiago Maia is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Internacional in the Brazilian Serie A, with 31 appearances in 2025, contributing 2 goals and 1 assist. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Thiago Maia, Beñat Gerenabarrena of Athletic Club offers a fit score of 81/100 at a market value of €1m, while Noah Naujoks from Excelsior presents a fit score of 80/100, also valued at €1m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 76 | 80 |
| 3 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 86 | 80 |
| 4 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 32 | €900k | 88 | 79 |
| 5 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 80 | 79 |
| 6 | Pelle Clementsimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 30 | €600k | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 79 | 79 |
| 8 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 83 | 79 |
| 9 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 78 | 79 |
| 10 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 82 | 79 |
| 11 | Nacho Martínsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 24 | €1.0m | 91 | 79 |
| 12 | Calvin Twigtsimilar↗ | Willem II Tilburg | 23 | €700k | 90 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thiago Maia
≈ 100% Thiago Maia · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Thiago Maia · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Thiago Maia · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Thiago Maia?
Pelle Clement (FC Groningen) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 79/100 match to Thiago Maia.
Who is the best-value alternative to Thiago Maia?
Beñat Gerenabarrena offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 81/100 at about €1.0m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Thiago Maia?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Thiago Maia'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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