Players like Maximilian Arnold
CM/CDMVfL Wolfsburg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMaximilian Arnold's profile ↗
The players most similar to Maximilian Arnold are Simone Pontisso, Kartal Kayra Yılmaz, Rémi Oudin. Doppel rates Simone Pontisso (Catanzaro) a 84/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Clint Leemans scores 82/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Maximilian Arnold is a refined deep-lying playmaker, showcasing elite vision and passing precision. With a Sofascore rating in the top 14% of his positional peers, he excels in delivering accurate long balls and key passes, making him a vital orchestrator for Wolfsburg. His reliability is underscored by minimal missed games over the past three seasons, emphasizing his durability and consistent presence in midfield. While aerial duels and dribbling may not be his forte, his playmaking abilities are indispensable.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses, Key passes. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Maximilian Arnold
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Lecce | 30 | €900k | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 90 | 86 |
| 7 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Enzo Leopoldsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 26 | €4.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Gabriel Sarasimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €25m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Giacomo Calòsimilar↗ | Frosinone | 29 | €2.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Maximilian Arnold
≈ 100% Maximilian Arnold · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Maximilian Arnold · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Maximilian Arnold · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Maximilian Arnold?
By Doppel's fit score, Simone Pontisso (Catanzaro) is the closest profile to Maximilian Arnold, with a 84/100 overall match. Kartal Kayra Yılmaz and Rémi Oudin are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Maximilian Arnold?
Yes. Clint Leemans (NAC Breda) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Maximilian Arnold?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Maximilian Arnold'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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