Malick Yalcouyé alternatives
CM/CAMBrighton & Hove Albion · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMalick Yalcouyé's profile ↗
Malick Yalcouyé is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League, with 33 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Yalcouyé, Jakob Napoleon Romsaas (RC Sporting Charleroi, fit 86/100, value €1m) and Facundo Buonanotte (Elche, fit 84/100, value €11m) are notable options, offering similar roles at significantly lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 89 | 86 |
| 2 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 88 | 84 |
| 3 | Daniel Maldinisimilar↗ | Cagliari | 25 | €9.6m | 87 | 84 |
| 4 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 86 | 83 |
| 5 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 85 | 83 |
| 6 | Lucas Beltránsimilar↗ | Valencia | 25 | €8.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 85 | 83 |
| 8 | Bambasé Contésimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 23 | €3.8m | 86 | 83 |
| 9 | Kamory Doumbiasimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 23 | €9.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Tanguy Coulibalysimilar↗ | Samsunspor | 25 | €1.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Malick Yalcouyé
≈ 100% Malick Yalcouyé · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Malick Yalcouyé · strong: Duels won, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Malick Yalcouyé · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Malick Yalcouyé?
Jakob Napoleon Romsaas (RC Sporting Charleroi) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.1m with a 86/100 match to Malick Yalcouyé.
Who is the best-value alternative to Malick Yalcouyé?
Jakob Napoleon Romsaas offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €1.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Malick Yalcouyé?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Malick Yalcouyé'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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