Cheaper alternatives to Kristiyan Malinov
CM/CDMKV Kortrijk · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitKristiyan Malinov's profile ↗
Kristiyan Malinov is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for KV Kortrijk in the Belgian Pro League, with 20 appearances this season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Malinov, Abdoulaye Touré (Le Havre, fit 80/100, €2m) and Gustavo Assunção (AVS - Futebol SAD, fit 80/100, €1m) offer similar roles at lower market values. Noah Naujoks (Excelsior, fit 79/100, €1m) is another budget option worth considering.
12 cheaper alternatives to Kristiyan Malinov
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 84 | 80 |
| 2 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 3 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 82 | 79 |
| 4 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 74 | 79 |
| 5 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 87 | 79 |
| 6 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | SSV Ulm 1846 | 22 | €1.6m | 90 | 79 |
| 7 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 84 | 78 |
| 8 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 85 | 78 |
| 9 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 78 | 78 |
| 10 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 78 |
| 11 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 83 | 78 |
| 12 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 79 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kristiyan Malinov
≈ 100% Kristiyan Malinov · strong: xG + xA, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won %, Shots /90
≈ 100% Kristiyan Malinov · medium reliability
≈ 100% Kristiyan Malinov · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Kristiyan Malinov?
Nordin Bukala (FC Volendam) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 79/100 match to Kristiyan Malinov.
Who is the best-value alternative to Kristiyan Malinov?
Abdoulaye Touré offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 80/100 at about €2.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Kristiyan Malinov?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Kristiyan Malinov'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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