Mikel Merino alternatives
CMArsenal · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMikel Merino's profile ↗
Mikel Merino is a central midfielder for Arsenal in the Premier League, currently valued at €26m. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Merino, options include Noah Naujoks of Excelsior, valued at €1m with a fit score of 86/100, and Eric Ebimbe from FC Schalke 04, valued at €6m, also with a fit score of 86/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 86 | 86 |
| 2 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 87 | 84 |
| 5 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Corentin Tolissosimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 32 | €11m | 95 | 84 |
| 8 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 86 | 84 |
| 9 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 83 | 83 |
| 10 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 85 | 83 |
| 11 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 86 | 83 |
| 12 | Nikolas Narteysimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 26 | €10m | 91 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mikel Merino
≈ 100% Mikel Merino · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Mikel Merino · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Mikel Merino · 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 Mikel Merino?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 84/100 match to Mikel Merino.
Who is the best-value alternative to Mikel Merino?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Mikel Merino?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Mikel Merino'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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