Players like Frank Onyeka
CM/CDMCoventry City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFrank Onyeka's profile ↗
The players most similar to Frank Onyeka are Daniel Requena, Noah Mbamba, Mats Pannewig. Doppel rates Daniel Requena (Levante UD) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Manolo Portanova scores 85/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Frank Onyeka is a tough-tackling defensive midfielder, excelling in duels and defensive actions, making him a reliable presence in the middle of the park. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 49%, he may not be among the elite, but his durability stands out, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While his offensive contributions are limited, his ability to win tackles and create big chances adds value to his team’s defensive stability.
Strengths: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions, Big chances created. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Frank Onyeka
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Oscar Fraulosimilar↗ | Derby County | 23 | €2.7m | 89 | 81 |
| 11 | Ibrahim Olawoyinsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 29 | €2.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Pedro Limasimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 23 | €3.2m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Frank Onyeka
≈ 100% Frank Onyeka · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Frank Onyeka · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Frank Onyeka · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Frank Onyeka?
Statistically, Daniel Requena (Levante UD) is the closest look-alike to Frank Onyeka — a 84/100 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 Frank Onyeka?
By Doppel's fit score, Daniel Requena (Levante UD) is the closest profile to Frank Onyeka, with a 84/100 overall match. Noah Mbamba and Mats Pannewig are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Frank Onyeka?
Yes. Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Frank Onyeka?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Frank Onyeka'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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