Players like Marvin Mehlem
CM/CAM/CDMArminia Bielefeld · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarvin Mehlem's profile ↗
The players most similar to Marvin Mehlem are Jon Eceizabarrena, Carlos Dotor, Pablo Gozálbez. Doppel rates Jon Eceizabarrena (Real Sociedad B) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jon Eceizabarrena scores 81/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Marvin Mehlem is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder, excelling in defensive contributions while also adding a scoring threat. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 43%, he demonstrates strong tackling and interception abilities (top 8%), complemented by solid goal-scoring metrics (top 15% for non-penalty goals). However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, having missed significant game time over the past three seasons. If he can maintain fitness, his work rate and defensive prowess make him a valuable asset.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Non-penalty goals, xG + xA. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Marvin Mehlem
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jon Eceizabarrenasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €200k | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Carlos Dotorsimilar↗ | Málaga CF | 25 | €1.2m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Pablo Gozálbezsimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 25 | €700k | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Jamie Donleysimilar↗ | Oxford United | 21 | €1.6m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Ruben Müllersimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 21 | €1.1m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Lance Duijvestijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 88 | 87 |
| 11 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Callum O'Haresimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 28 | €5.4m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
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FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Marvin Mehlem?
Statistically, Jon Eceizabarrena (Real Sociedad B) is the closest look-alike to Marvin Mehlem — a 81/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Marvin Mehlem?
By Doppel's fit score, Jon Eceizabarrena (Real Sociedad B) is the closest profile to Marvin Mehlem, with a 81/100 overall match. Carlos Dotor and Pablo Gozálbez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Marvin Mehlem?
Yes. Jon Eceizabarrena (Real Sociedad B) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Marvin Mehlem?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Marvin Mehlem'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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