Players like Yannick Engelhardt
CM/CDMSC Freiburg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYannick Engelhardt's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yannick Engelhardt are Philipp Sander, Giulio Maggiore, Julian Niehues. Doppel rates Philipp Sander (Borussia M'gladbach) a 79/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Giulio Maggiore scores 80/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Yannick Engelhardt is a combative defensive midfielder with strong aerial prowess, consistently excelling in duels. With a Sofascore rating in the top 14% of his peers, he showcases reliability and durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While not a primary playmaker, his defensive contributions and ability to dominate the air make him a vital asset in breaking up opposition attacks and providing stability in midfield.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yannick Engelhardt
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 92 | 79 |
| 2 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Bari | 28 | €500k | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 79 |
| 4 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 28 | €2.6m | 89 | 79 |
| 11 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 25 | €29m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 88 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yannick Engelhardt
≈ 100% Yannick Engelhardt · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Yannick Engelhardt · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Yannick Engelhardt · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Yannick Engelhardt?
Statistically, Philipp Sander (Borussia M'gladbach) is the closest look-alike to Yannick Engelhardt — a 79/100 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 Yannick Engelhardt?
By Doppel's fit score, Philipp Sander (Borussia M'gladbach) is the closest profile to Yannick Engelhardt, with a 79/100 overall match. Giulio Maggiore and Julian Niehues are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yannick Engelhardt?
Yes. Giulio Maggiore (Bari) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yannick Engelhardt?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yannick Engelhardt'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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