Players like Eric Smith
CB/CM/CDMFC St. Pauli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEric Smith's profile ↗
The players most similar to Eric Smith are Danny da Costa, George Campbell, Davide Bartesaghi. Doppel rates Danny da Costa (1. FSV Mainz 05) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Alexander Rossipal scores 83/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Eric Smith is a ball-playing centre-back known for his exceptional distribution and ability to orchestrate play from the back. With a Sofascore rating in the top 29% of his peers, he excels in delivering accurate crosses and long balls, contributing significantly to his team's offensive build-up. His reliability is underscored by missing only 15 games in the last three seasons, showcasing his durability on the pitch. While not a dribbler, his strengths make him a pivotal player in transition and set-piece scenarios.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls, Touches. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Eric Smith
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 90 | 81 |
| 3 | Davide Bartesaghisimilar↗ | AC Milan | 21 | €20m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Ethan Galbraithsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 25 | €2.6m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 6 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Youri Regeersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €4.7m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 24 | €1.4m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 87 | 83 |
| 12 | Tobías Reinhartsimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €700k | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Eric Smith
≈ 100% Eric Smith · strong: Clearances, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Eric Smith · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Eric Smith · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Eric Smith?
Statistically, Danny da Costa (1. FSV Mainz 05) is the closest look-alike to Eric Smith — a 82/100 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 Eric Smith?
By Doppel's fit score, Danny da Costa (1. FSV Mainz 05) is the closest profile to Eric Smith, with a 82/100 overall match. George Campbell and Davide Bartesaghi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Eric Smith?
Yes. Alexander Rossipal (SG Dynamo Dresden) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Eric Smith?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Eric Smith's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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