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 October 2026.
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Arne Engels is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for finding the back of the net, showcasing his prowess as an attacking threat. His elite finishing and impressive non-penalty goal rate highlight his ability to contribute significantly in the final third, while his accurate crossing and key passing abilities enhance his playmaking potential. Despite a Sofascore rating in the lower percentile, his durability is a plus, having missed only a few games over the past three seasons, making him a reliable option in midfield.
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↗ | RB Leipzig | 25 | €29m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Thomas Brunssimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 34 | €200k | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | FC Twente | 29 | €700k | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Rihito Yamamotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €7.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 85 |
* 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 closest look-alike to Arne Engels?
Statistically, Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest look-alike to Arne Engels — a 85/100 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 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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