Players like John Egan
CBHull City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJohn Egan's profile ↗
The players most similar to John Egan are Leo Greiml, Matej Maglica, Husniddin Aliqulov. Doppel rates Leo Greiml (NAC Breda) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Maximilian Großer scores 87/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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John Egan is a sturdy, aerially dominant centre-back known for his defensive resilience and ability to win duels. With a Sofascore rating in the top 37% of his peers, he excels in aerial duels and clearances, showcasing his knack for disrupting opposition attacks. While he has struggled with injuries over the past few seasons, his overall reliability when fit makes him a valuable asset in the defensive line.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Clearances, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 41 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to John Egan
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Matej Maglicasimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 28 | €1.1m | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 91 | 87 |
| 6 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 91 | 87 |
| 8 | Radu Drăguşinsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 24 | €15m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | Lazio | 28 | €14m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match John Egan
≈ 100% John Egan · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% John Egan · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% John Egan · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to John Egan?
Statistically, Leo Greiml (NAC Breda) is the closest look-alike to John Egan — a 85/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for John Egan?
By Doppel's fit score, Leo Greiml (NAC Breda) is the closest profile to John Egan, with a 85/100 overall match. Matej Maglica and Husniddin Aliqulov are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to John Egan?
Yes. Maximilian Großer (Arminia Bielefeld) plays a similar centre back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to John Egan?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from John Egan'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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