Players like Eric Hottmann
STSSV Jahn Regensburg · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitEric Hottmann's profile ↗
Eric Hottmann is a striker for SSV Jahn Regensburg in the 2. Bundesliga, with 26 appearances, 3 goals, and 2 assists in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Hottmann include Kyle Joseph from Hull City, who has a fit score of 79/100, and Jorge Pascual from Villarreal B U23, with a fit score of 80/100. Other comparable players are Issa Soumaré of Le Havre and Steve Ngoura from Cercle Brugge, both fitting well into a similar role.
About Eric Hottmann
Eric Hottmann is a robust target striker known for his aerial prowess and physical presence in the box. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 49% of his peers, he excels in clearances and winning aerial duels, making him a key asset in both offensive and defensive set-pieces. While he may not be the most prolific shooter, his ability to hold up play and contribute defensively adds valuable depth to his team's attacking dynamics. Hottmann's durability is notable, with few games missed this season, highlighting his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won, Accurate crosses.
12 players most similar to Eric Hottmann
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kyle Josephsimilar↗ | Hull City | 25 | €5.8m | 90 | 79 |
| 2 | Jorge Pascualsimilar↗ | Villarreal B U23 | 23 | €1.7m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Issa Soumarésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 26 | €8.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Steve Ngourasimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €4.7m | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Igor Thiagosimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €68m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Fábio Silvasimilar↗ | Las Palmas | 24 | €21m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Thierno Barrysimilar↗ | Villarreal | 24 | €31m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Kevin Schadesimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €36m | 88 | 79 |
| 9 | Álvaro Moratasimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 34 | €6.2m | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Jean-Philippe Matetasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 29 | €29m | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Marvin Pieringersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €2.7m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Yussuf Poulsensimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 32 | €900k | 87 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Eric Hottmann
≈ 100% Eric Hottmann · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Eric Hottmann · strong: Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Eric Hottmann · strong: Aerial duels won %, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Eric Hottmann?
By Doppel's fit score, Kyle Joseph (Hull City) is the closest profile to Eric Hottmann, with a 79/100 overall match. Jorge Pascual and Issa Soumaré are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Eric Hottmann?
Yes. Jorge Pascual (Villarreal B U23) plays a similar striker role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.7m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Eric Hottmann?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Eric Hottmann's 2024/25 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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