Players like Malick Yalcouyé
CM/CAMBrighton & Hove Albion · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMalick Yalcouyé's profile ↗
The players most similar to Malick Yalcouyé are Paul Wanner, Fabio Miretti, Jun-Ho Bae. Doppel rates Paul Wanner (PSV Eindhoven) a 82/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jovane Cabral scores 82/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
Building your XI? Put Malick Yalcouyé in a lineup and get the whole team rated on real data.Build a lineup →About Malick Yalcouyé
Malick Yalcouyé is a robust central midfielder known for his tenacity and ability to win duels, ranking in the top 14% for duels won per 90 minutes. His impressive work rate allows him to reclaim possession in the attacking third, reflecting his dynamic playing style. While his offensive output is modest, his durability shines through with no missed games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Duels won, Possession won in att. third. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Malick Yalcouyé
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paul Wannersimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 21 | €23m | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Fabio Mirettisimilar↗ | Juventus | 23 | €15m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Jun-Ho Baesimilar↗ | Stoke City | 23 | €3.9m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Jovane Cabralsimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 28 | €900k | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Benedict Hollerbachsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 25 | €7.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Ansgar Knauffsimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | €16m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Kamory Doumbiasimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 23 | €9.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Valentín Carbonisimilar↗ | Genoa | 21 | €8.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Lovro Majersimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 28 | €8.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Senny Mayulusimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | €38m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Malick Yalcouyé
≈ 100% Malick Yalcouyé · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Malick Yalcouyé · strong: Duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Malick Yalcouyé · strong: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Malick Yalcouyé?
Statistically, Paul Wanner (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest look-alike to Malick Yalcouyé — a 82/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Malick Yalcouyé?
By Doppel's fit score, Paul Wanner (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest profile to Malick Yalcouyé, with a 82/100 overall match. Fabio Miretti and Jun-Ho Bae are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Malick Yalcouyé?
Yes. Jovane Cabral (CF Estrela Amadora) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Malick Yalcouyé?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Malick Yalcouyé's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →