Players like Sebastian Ernst
CM/CDM/CAMSSV Jahn Regensburg · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitSebastian Ernst's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sebastian Ernst are Aritz Aldasoro, Thiago Ojeda, Jon Guruzeta. Doppel rates Aritz Aldasoro (Real Racing Club) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Thiago Ojeda scores 81/100 at about €600k. Data as of July 2026.
About Sebastian Ernst
Sebastian Ernst profiles as a reliable defensive midfielder, focused more on stability than creativity. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 17% of his positional peers, his durability stands out; he’s missed just two games in the last three seasons, showcasing consistent availability. While he may not excel in playmaking metrics like long balls or touches, his presence offers a solid, if unspectacular, option in midfield.
Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sebastian Ernst
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Jon Guruzetasimilar↗ | Eibar | 26 | €600k | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Enzo Loiodicesimilar↗ | Las Palmas | 26 | €1.2m | 92 | 80 |
| 5 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 90 | 87 |
| 7 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Mathias Honsaksimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 30 | €1.6m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Ruben Müllersimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 21 | €1.1m | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Jun-Ho Baesimilar↗ | Stoke City | 23 | €3.9m | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sebastian Ernst
≈ 100% Sebastian Ernst · low reliability
≈ 100% Sebastian Ernst · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Sebastian Ernst · strong: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Sebastian Ernst?
By Doppel's fit score, Aritz Aldasoro (Real Racing Club) is the closest profile to Sebastian Ernst, with a 81/100 overall match. Thiago Ojeda and Jon Guruzeta are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sebastian Ernst?
Yes. Thiago Ojeda (Cultural Leonesa) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sebastian Ernst?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sebastian Ernst's 2024/25 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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