Players like Dwight McNeil
LM/LWCrystal Palace · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDwight McNeil's profile ↗
The players most similar to Dwight McNeil are Marco Grüll, Diego Gómez, Arijon Ibrahimović. Doppel rates Marco Grüll (SV Werder Bremen) a 79/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marko Pjaca scores 78/100 at about €1.6m. Data as of October 2026.
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Dwight McNeil is a dynamic left winger, excelling in creating goal-scoring opportunities with pinpoint crosses and sharp key passes. His elite Sofascore rating positions him in the top 8% of his peers, showcasing his ability to win possession in the attacking third and generate big chances. While his availability has been impacted by injuries, when fit, he consistently delivers high-quality performances that make him a valuable asset on the flank.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses, Key passes. Availability: 21 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
9 players most similar to Dwight McNeil
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marco Grüllsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €4.3m | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Diego Gómezsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | €27m | 89 | 79 |
| 3 | Arijon Ibrahimovićsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 21 | €11m | 87 | 85 |
| 4 | Marcus Taverniersimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 27 | €23m | 86 | 80 |
| 5 | Abbosbek Fayzullaevsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 23 | €6.5m | 85 | 79 |
| 6 | Marko Pjacasimilar↗ | FC Twente | 31 | €1.6m | 84 | 78 |
| 7 | Álex Berenguersimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 31 | €4.1m | 82 | 79 |
| 8 | Anton Kadesimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 22 | €10m | 82 | 79 |
| 9 | Félix Correiasimilar↗ | Lille | 25 | €9.7m | 80 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dwight McNeil
≈ 100% Dwight McNeil · strong: Possession won in att. third, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Dwight McNeil · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Dwight McNeil · strong: Key passes, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Dwight McNeil?
Statistically, Marco Grüll (SV Werder Bremen) is the closest look-alike to Dwight McNeil — a 79/100 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 Dwight McNeil?
By Doppel's fit score, Marco Grüll (SV Werder Bremen) is the closest profile to Dwight McNeil, with a 79/100 overall match. Diego Gómez and Arijon Ibrahimović are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Dwight McNeil?
Yes. Marko Pjaca (FC Twente) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €1.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Dwight McNeil?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Dwight McNeil's 2025/26 season, then ranks left midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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