Cheaper alternatives to Youssouf Fofana
CM/CDMAC Milan · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYoussouf Fofana's profile ↗
Youssouf Fofana is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for AC Milan in Serie A. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Fofana, Kristian Hlynsson from FC Twente has a fit score of 88/100 and a market value of €6m, while Mohamed Ihattaren of Fortuna Sittard also boasts a fit score of 88/100 and a value of €3m. Other budget alternatives include Nuno Santos at €3m and Marco Richter at €2m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 91 | 88 |
| 2 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 90 | 88 |
| 3 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 92 | 87 |
| 4 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 91 | 87 |
| 5 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Romano Schmidsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 26 | €17m | 90 | 86 |
| 8 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 9 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 90 | 86 |
| 10 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 90 | 86 |
| 11 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 85 | 86 |
| 12 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 90 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Youssouf Fofana
≈ 100% Youssouf Fofana · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Youssouf Fofana · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Youssouf Fofana · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Youssouf Fofana?
Marco Richter (Darmstadt 98) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €1.6m with a 87/100 match to Youssouf Fofana.
Who is the best-value alternative to Youssouf Fofana?
Kristian Hlynsson offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €5.7m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Youssouf Fofana?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Youssouf Fofana'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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