Players like Wataru Endo
CM/CDMLiverpool FC · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitWataru Endo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Wataru Endo are Darko Nejašmić, Joelinton, Lewis Miley. Doppel rates Darko Nejašmić (NEC Nijmegen) a 80/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Amir Richardson scores 80/100 at about €3.9m. Data as of October 2026.
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Wataru Endo is a tenacious defensive midfielder, renowned for his ability to dominate the midfield with exceptional duel-winning skills and a high volume of tackles and interceptions. Although he currently ranks in the bottom third among his peers, his top-tier touches and accurate final-third passes highlight his capability to contribute significantly in possession. However, his injury history raises concerns about his reliability, having missed a considerable number of games in recent seasons.
Strengths: Touches, Duels won, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 32 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Wataru Endo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Joelintonsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 30 | €27m | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Lewis Mileysimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 20 | €27m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Yangel Herrerasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 28 | €5.6m | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Youri Regeersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €4.7m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Mats Wieffersimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 27 | €24m | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 10 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Wataru Endo
≈ 100% Wataru Endo · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Wataru Endo · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Wataru Endo · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Wataru Endo?
Statistically, Darko Nejašmić (NEC Nijmegen) is the closest look-alike to Wataru Endo — a 80/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Wataru Endo?
By Doppel's fit score, Darko Nejašmić (NEC Nijmegen) is the closest profile to Wataru Endo, with a 80/100 overall match. Joelinton and Lewis Miley are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Wataru Endo?
Yes. Amir Richardson (Le Havre) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €3.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Wataru Endo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Wataru Endo'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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