Cheaper alternatives to Yaimar Medina
LBKRC Genk · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYaimar Medina's profile ↗
Yaimar Medina is a left-back for KRC Genk in the Belgian Pro League, with 27 appearances and 3 assists in the 2025/26 season. For those searching for a cheaper alternative to Medina, Bjorn Meijer of Club Brugge KV offers a fit score of 86/100 at a market value of €3m, while Eirik Franke Saunes from Bryne FK presents a budget option with a fit of 85/100 and a value of €0m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Yaimar Medina
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 87 | 86 |
| 2 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 28 | €500k | 88 | 85 |
| 3 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 89 | 85 |
| 4 | Joachim Soltvedtsimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 87 | 84 |
| 5 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 85 | 83 |
| 6 | Reinaldosimilar↗ | Mirassol | 37 | €400k | 83 | 83 |
| 7 | Tiago Araújosimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 86 | 83 |
| 8 | Samukelo Kabinisimilar↗ | Molde FK | 22 | €2.3m | 83 | 83 |
| 9 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Brando Moruzzisimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €1.4m | 82 | 83 |
| 11 | Derrick Köhnsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 27 | €4.2m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Cristiano Biraghisimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 34 | €900k | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yaimar Medina
≈ 100% Yaimar Medina · strong: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Yaimar Medina · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Yaimar Medina · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Yaimar Medina?
Reinaldo (Mirassol) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 83/100 match to Yaimar Medina.
Who is the best-value alternative to Yaimar Medina?
Bjorn Meijer offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €2.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Yaimar Medina?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Yaimar Medina'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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