Players like Francis Onyeka
CAMSV 07 Elversberg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFrancis Onyeka's profile ↗
The players most similar to Francis Onyeka are Stiven Shpendi, Fraser Hornby, Joshua Mees. Doppel rates Stiven Shpendi (Empoli) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Joshua Mees scores 79/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Francis Onyeka is an emerging attacking midfielder known for his durability and consistent presence on the field, with only three games missed in the last three seasons. However, his current performance metrics suggest he struggles to make a significant impact in the final third, ranking in the bottom percentiles for key passing and duel success. While he's still developing, Onyeka's potential is evident, but he will need to enhance his offensive contributions to elevate his game.
Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Francis Onyeka
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stiven Shpendisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €4.2m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Fraser Hornbysimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 27 | €4.4m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Joshua Meessimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 30 | €500k | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Antoine Sekongosimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 22 | €3.9m | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Mathis Suraysimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €3.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Robert Mührensimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 37 | n/a | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Johan Gomezsimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 25 | €700k | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Kenan Karamansimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 32 | €1.7m | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Andreas Weimannsimilar↗ | Derby County | 35 | €400k | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Taliscasimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 32 | €7.7m | 89 | 81 |
| 11 | Callum Langsimilar↗ | Preston North End | 28 | €2.6m | 89 | 78 |
| 12 | Odysseus Velanassimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 28 | €600k | 88 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Francis Onyeka
≈ 100% Francis Onyeka · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Francis Onyeka · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Francis Onyeka · strong: Clearances, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Francis Onyeka?
Statistically, Stiven Shpendi (Empoli) is the closest look-alike to Francis Onyeka — a 87/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Francis Onyeka?
By Doppel's fit score, Stiven Shpendi (Empoli) is the closest profile to Francis Onyeka, with a 87/100 overall match. Fraser Hornby and Joshua Mees are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Francis Onyeka?
Yes. Joshua Mees (Preußen Münster) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Francis Onyeka?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Francis Onyeka's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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