Cheaper alternatives to Marko Bulat
CM/CDMStandard Liège · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarko Bulat's profile ↗
Marko Bulat is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Standard Liège in the Belgian Pro League, currently valued at €3m. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Bulat, players like Julian Justvan from 1. FC Nürnberg, Levi Smans from SC Heerenveen, and Sam Greenwood from Preston North End all share a similar role, each with a fit score of 86/100 and market values ranging from €1m to €2m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Marko Bulat
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 88 | 86 |
| 2 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 87 | 86 |
| 3 | Sam Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Preston North End | 24 | €2.1m | 88 | 86 |
| 4 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 88 | 86 |
| 5 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 88 | 85 |
| 6 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Rodrigo Atenciosimilar↗ | Central Córdoba | 24 | €2.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 82 | 84 |
| 11 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 86 | 84 |
| 12 | Francisco González Metillisimilar↗ | Club Atlético Belgrano | 29 | €1.9m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marko Bulat
≈ 100% Marko Bulat · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Marko Bulat · strong: Key passes, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Marko Bulat · strong: Big chances created, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Marko Bulat?
Alexandru Maxim (Gaziantep FK) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 84/100 match to Marko Bulat.
Who is the best-value alternative to Marko Bulat?
Julian Justvan offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €2.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Marko Bulat?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Marko Bulat'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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