Marco Ilaimaharitra alternatives
CM/CDMStandard Liège · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarco Ilaimaharitra's profile ↗
Marco Ilaimaharitra is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Standard Liège in the Belgian Pro League, having made 31 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Ilaimaharitra, Alejandro Meléndez from Albacete Balompié and Kazper Karlsson of Degerfors IF both offer similar roles with fit scores of 80/100 and market values of €0m and €1m, respectively.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alejandro Meléndezsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 27 | €400k | 92 | 80 |
| 2 | Kazper Karlssonsimilar↗ | Degerfors IF | 21 | €600k | 89 | 80 |
| 3 | Pieter Gerkenssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 31 | €700k | 84 | 79 |
| 4 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 82 | 79 |
| 5 | Iyad Mohamedsimilar↗ | Casa Pia | 25 | €400k | 88 | 78 |
| 6 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 37 | €200k | 80 | 78 |
| 7 | Assane Dioussésimilar↗ | Auxerre | 29 | €500k | 91 | 78 |
| 8 | Joe Hodgesimilar↗ | Tondela | 24 | €700k | 87 | 78 |
| 9 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Empoli | 24 | €700k | 85 | 78 |
| 10 | Ruben Jenssensimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 38 | €100k | 82 | 78 |
| 11 | João Moutinhosimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 40 | €500k | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 86 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marco Ilaimaharitra
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Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Marco Ilaimaharitra?
Jens Toornstra (Sparta Rotterdam) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 78/100 match to Marco Ilaimaharitra.
Who is the best-value alternative to Marco Ilaimaharitra?
Alejandro Meléndez offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €400k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Marco Ilaimaharitra?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Marco Ilaimaharitra'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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