Cheaper alternatives to Malick Yalcouyé
CMSwansea City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMalick Yalcouyé's profile ↗
Malick Yalcouyé is a central midfielder for Swansea City in the Championship, with 33 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Yalcouyé, consider Gaetano Oristanio from Venezia, Irakli Yegoian from Excelsior, or Eric Ebimbe from Eintracht Frankfurt, all of whom have a fit score of 85/100 and significantly lower market values ranging from €1m to €6m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Malick Yalcouyé
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gaetano Oristaniosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €4.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 2 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 4 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 88 | 85 |
| 5 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 87 | 84 |
| 7 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 83 | 84 |
| 8 | Kamory Doumbiasimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 23 | €9.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Dani Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Mallorca | 38 | €100k | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Fabian Riedersimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 24 | €11m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Malick Yalcouyé
≈ 100% Malick Yalcouyé · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Malick Yalcouyé · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Malick Yalcouyé · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Malick Yalcouyé?
Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 85/100 match to Malick Yalcouyé.
Who is the best-value alternative to Malick Yalcouyé?
Gaetano Oristanio offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 85/100 at about €4.5m.
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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