Players like Maximilian Eggestein
CM/CDMSC Freiburg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMaximilian Eggestein's profile ↗
The players most similar to Maximilian Eggestein are Melle Meulensteen, Jan Schöppner, Santi Comesaña. Doppel rates Melle Meulensteen (Go Ahead Eagles) a 82/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Enric Llansana scores 82/100 at about €2.1m. Data as of October 2026.
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Maximilian Eggestein is a reliable defensive midfielder with a strong aerial presence and excellent defensive capabilities. With a Sofascore rating in the top 43% of his positional peers, he excels in winning aerial duels and making clearances, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposition attacks. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a consistent and dependable presence in the midfield.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Clearances, Shots. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Maximilian Eggestein
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Nathan-Dylan Salibasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 22 | €9.2m | 92 | 81 |
| 6 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 92 | 81 |
| 7 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Jens Stagesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 30 | €14m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Cesare Casadeisimilar↗ | Torino | 23 | €16m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Christoph Baumgartnersimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 27 | €42m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Maximilian Eggestein
≈ 100% Maximilian Eggestein · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Maximilian Eggestein · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Maximilian Eggestein · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Maximilian Eggestein?
Statistically, Melle Meulensteen (Go Ahead Eagles) is the closest look-alike to Maximilian Eggestein — 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 Maximilian Eggestein?
By Doppel's fit score, Melle Meulensteen (Go Ahead Eagles) is the closest profile to Maximilian Eggestein, with a 82/100 overall match. Jan Schöppner and Santi Comesaña are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Maximilian Eggestein?
Yes. Enric Llansana (RSC Anderlecht) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Maximilian Eggestein?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Maximilian Eggestein'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.
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