Players like Espen Van Ee
CM/CDMSC Heerenveen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEspen Van Ee's profile ↗
The players most similar to Espen Van Ee are Terry Devlin, Stanko Jurić, Giulio Maggiore. Doppel rates Terry Devlin (Portsmouth) a 78/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Giulio Maggiore scores 79/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Espen Van Ee is a tenacious defensive midfielder known for his aggressive tackling and interception ability, ranking in the top 15% of his peers. With a solid presence in the attacking third, he consistently wins possession, making him a reliable engine in the midfield. Despite being less effective in offensive contributions, his durability stands out, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While he may not be an elite playmaker, his defensive prowess and reliability make him a valuable asset to any team.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third, Touches. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Espen Van Ee
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Terry Devlinsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 23 | €3.9m | 93 | 78 |
| 2 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 92 | 79 |
| 3 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Salernitana | 28 | €500k | 91 | 79 |
| 4 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 90 | 79 |
| 6 | Mauricio Benitezsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 22 | €2.3m | 89 | 77 |
| 7 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Nacho Martínsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 24 | €1.0m | 89 | 77 |
| 9 | Lorenzo Amatuccisimilar↗ | Las Palmas | 22 | €8.2m | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Joel Silvasimilar↗ | Boavista | 23 | €400k | 88 | 78 |
| 11 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 88 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Espen Van Ee
≈ 100% Espen Van Ee · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Espen Van Ee · strong: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Espen Van Ee · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Espen Van Ee?
By Doppel's fit score, Terry Devlin (Portsmouth) is the closest profile to Espen Van Ee, with a 78/100 overall match. Stanko Jurić and Giulio Maggiore are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Espen Van Ee?
Yes. Giulio Maggiore (Salernitana) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Espen Van Ee?
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