Players like Arne Engels
CM/CDMFC Augsburg · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitArne Engels's profile ↗
The players most similar to Arne Engels are Matúš Bero, Neil El Aynaoui, Jae-sung Lee. Doppel rates Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) a 85/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Thomas Bruns scores 83/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Arne Engels is a dynamic central midfielder known for his goal-scoring ability and playmaking prowess. With an impressive knack for finishing and creating chances, he stands out in the top 8% for non-penalty goals and accurate crosses among his positional peers, showcasing his offensive contributions. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 30%, his durability—missing only 9 games over three seasons—highlights his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate crosses. Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Arne Engels
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 92 | 83 |
| 3 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Thomas Brunssimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 34 | €200k | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Rihito Yamamotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €7.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Arne Engels
≈ 100% Arne Engels · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Arne Engels · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Arne Engels · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Arne Engels?
By Doppel's fit score, Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest profile to Arne Engels, with a 85/100 overall match. Neil El Aynaoui and Jae-sung Lee are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Arne Engels?
Yes. Thomas Bruns (Heracles Almelo) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Arne Engels?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Arne Engels's 2023/24 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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