Players like Eric Martel
CM/CDM/CB1. FC Köln · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEric Martel's profile ↗
The players most similar to Eric Martel are Marc Guéhi, Tomáš Souček, Edgaras Utkus. Doppel rates Marc Guéhi (Manchester City) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Justin Hubner scores 83/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Eric Martel is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder known for his aggressive dueling and aerial prowess. Ranking in the top 17% among his positional peers, he excels in winning duels and shots, showcasing his ability to impact both ends of the pitch. With only six games missed in the past three seasons, he’s a durable and reliable presence in the midfield, although his long ball accuracy could use improvement.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Shots, Duels won. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Eric Martel
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marc Guéhisimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €66m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Arsenal | 24 | €46m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Eric Martel
≈ 100% Eric Martel · strong: Touches, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Eric Martel · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Eric Martel · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Eric Martel?
Statistically, Marc Guéhi (Manchester City) is the closest look-alike to Eric Martel — a 81/100 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 Eric Martel?
By Doppel's fit score, Marc Guéhi (Manchester City) is the closest profile to Eric Martel, with a 81/100 overall match. Tomáš Souček and Edgaras Utkus are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Eric Martel?
Yes. Justin Hubner (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Eric Martel?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Eric Martel'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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