Players like Karol Linetty
CDM/CMKocaelispor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKarol Linetty's profile ↗
The players most similar to Karol Linetty are Max Bird, Jakub Kałuziński, Kartal Kayra Yılmaz. Doppel rates Max Bird (Bristol City) a 86/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Emiliano Marcondes scores 82/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Karol Linetty is a diligent defensive midfielder known for his high work rate and consistent touches in midfield, showcasing his reliability in possession. Despite his limited offensive contributions, his durability is a strong asset, having missed only six games in three seasons. While he may not stand out against his peers in terms of overall quality, his ability to maintain control and stability in the center of the pitch makes him a valuable squad player.
Strengths: Touches. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Karol Linetty
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Jakub Kałuzińskisimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 24 | €2.3m | 90 | 81 |
| 3 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €2.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 5 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 30 | €900k | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 87 | 83 |
| 11 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Karol Linetty
≈ 100% Karol Linetty · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Karol Linetty · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Karol Linetty · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Karol Linetty?
Statistically, Max Bird (Bristol City) is the closest look-alike to Karol Linetty — a 86/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Karol Linetty?
By Doppel's fit score, Max Bird (Bristol City) is the closest profile to Karol Linetty, with a 86/100 overall match. Jakub Kałuziński and Kartal Kayra Yılmaz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Karol Linetty?
Yes. Emiliano Marcondes (Norwich City) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Karol Linetty?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Karol Linetty's 2025/26 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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