Players like Erik Engelhardt
STVfL Osnabrück · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitErik Engelhardt's profile ↗
The players most similar to Erik Engelhardt are Fernando Niño, Makhtar Gueye, Kyle Joseph. Doppel rates Fernando Niño (Burgos Club de Fútbol) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Sem van Duijn scores 81/100 at about €700k. Data as of July 2026.
About Erik Engelhardt
Erik Engelhardt is a reliable target man, demonstrating a knack for scoring with 10 goals in 32 appearances this season. With a Sofascore rating in the top 21% of his positional peers, he excels in aerial duels, making him a potent threat in the box. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only three games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. While he may not be the most prolific in creating chances, his ability to finish makes him a valuable asset for any side.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Erik Engelhardt
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fernando Niñosimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 26 | €1.8m | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Makhtar Gueyesimilar↗ | RWDM Brussels | 29 | €1.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 3 | Kyle Josephsimilar↗ | Hull City | 25 | €5.8m | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Jorge Pascualsimilar↗ | Villarreal B U23 | 23 | €1.7m | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Yadaly Diabysimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 26 | €1.2m | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Sem van Duijnsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 22 | €700k | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Issa Soumarésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 26 | €8.4m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Igor Thiagosimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €68m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Fábio Silvasimilar↗ | Las Palmas | 24 | €21m | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Tolu Arokodaresimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 26 | €18m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Nacho Ferrisimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 22 | €6.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Thijs Dallingasimilar↗ | Toulouse | 26 | €9.8m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Erik Engelhardt
≈ 100% Erik Engelhardt · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Erik Engelhardt · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Erik Engelhardt · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Erik Engelhardt?
By Doppel's fit score, Fernando Niño (Burgos Club de Fútbol) is the closest profile to Erik Engelhardt, with a 80/100 overall match. Makhtar Gueye and Kyle Joseph are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Erik Engelhardt?
Yes. Sem van Duijn (SC Telstar) plays a similar striker role and rates 81/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Erik Engelhardt?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Erik Engelhardt's 2023/24 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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