Players like Erick
CM/CDMBahia · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitErick's profile ↗
The players most similar to Erick are Mats Pannewig, Frederik Schmahl, Manolo Portanova. Doppel rates Mats Pannewig (VfL Bochum 1848) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Manolo Portanova scores 87/100 at about €200k. Data as of July 2026.
About Erick
Erick is a resilient ball-winning midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and providing a strong physical presence in the center of the pitch. With a Sofascore rating in the top 22% of his peers, he showcases solid overall quality and durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While his creativity in the final third may not be his strongest suit, his ability to disrupt opposition play and control the tempo makes him a valuable asset to Bahia.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating, Shots. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Erick
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 92 | 87 |
| 4 | Joshua Kitolanosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 25 | €2.7m | 92 | 81 |
| 5 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Ibrahim Olawoyinsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 29 | €2.1m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Pedro Limasimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 23 | €3.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Jacopo Fazzinisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €8.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 11 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Rodrigo Atenciosimilar↗ | Central Córdoba | 24 | €2.2m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Erick
≈ 100% Erick · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Erick · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Erick · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Erick?
By Doppel's fit score, Mats Pannewig (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest profile to Erick, with a 82/100 overall match. Frederik Schmahl and Manolo Portanova are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Erick?
Yes. Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 87/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Erick?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Erick's 2026 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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