Players like Jacob Murphy
RWNewcastle United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJacob Murphy's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jacob Murphy are David Brooks, Dilane Bakwa, Bryan Mbeumo. Doppel rates David Brooks (Bournemouth) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mohamed Ihattaren scores 85/100 at about €3.2m. Data as of October 2026.
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Jacob Murphy is a dynamic right winger known for his playmaking ability and goal-scoring threat. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 32% of his peers, he excels at creating big chances and delivering accurate final-third passes, making him a key contributor to Newcastle's attack. His durability is a significant asset, as he has missed no games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. While aerial duels aren't his strong suit, his offensive contributions more than compensate.
Strengths: Big chances created, Clearances, Non-penalty goals. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jacob Murphy
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Brookssimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 29 | €11m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Dilane Bakwasimilar↗ | Lille | 24 | €26m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Bryan Mbeumosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 27 | €73m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Nicolas Pépésimilar↗ | Villarreal | 31 | €6.6m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Andreas Skov Olsensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €6.6m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Arda Gülersimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €87m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Steven Berghuissimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 35 | €2.1m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Ernest Nuamahsimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 23 | €9.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Wilfried Gnontosimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 23 | €17m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jacob Murphy
≈ 100% Jacob Murphy · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Jacob Murphy · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Jacob Murphy · strong: Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Jacob Murphy?
Statistically, David Brooks (Bournemouth) is the closest look-alike to Jacob Murphy — a 81/100 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 Jacob Murphy?
By Doppel's fit score, David Brooks (Bournemouth) is the closest profile to Jacob Murphy, with a 81/100 overall match. Dilane Bakwa and Bryan Mbeumo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jacob Murphy?
Yes. Mohamed Ihattaren (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar right winger role and rates 85/100 at roughly €3.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jacob Murphy?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jacob Murphy's 2025/26 season, then ranks right wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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