Kristiyan Malinov alternatives
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 in the 2023/24 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Malinov, players like Abdoulaye Touré from Le Havre and Gustavo Assunção from AVS - Futebol SAD both have a fit score of 80/100 and market values of €2m and €1m respectively. Additionally, Noah Naujoks from Excelsior, valued at €1m, offers a similar role with a fit score of 79/100.
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| # | 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↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 22 | €1.6m | 90 | 79 |
| 7 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 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 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 86 | 78 |
| 11 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 78 |
| 12 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 83 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · 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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