Players like Dwight McNeil
LM/LWEverton · 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 September 2026.
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Dwight McNeil is a dynamic left winger known for his exceptional ability to create scoring opportunities and deliver pinpoint crosses. Ranking in the top 18% of his positional peers, he excels in winning possession in the attacking third and is a consistent threat with key passes and big chances created. While injury issues have limited his availability in recent seasons, his quality and playmaking prowess make him a valuable asset when on the pitch.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses, Key passes. Availability: 21 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
7 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↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 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 |
* 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 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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