Players like Daniel Johnson
CM/CAM/CDMStoke City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaniel Johnson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Daniel Johnson are Simone Pontisso, Robin van Cruijsen, Görkem Sağlam. Doppel rates Simone Pontisso (Catanzaro) a 81/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Görkem Sağlam scores 84/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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Daniel Johnson is a creative central midfielder with a knack for making accurate crosses and key passes, showcasing his ability to unlock defenses. While his overall performance places him in the lower tier of his positional peers, his strengths in winning possession in the attacking third and delivering precise final-third passes highlight his playmaking potential. With a solid track record of availability, he remains a reliable option for Stoke City, contributing valuable experience to the midfield.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third, Key passes. Availability: 17 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Daniel Johnson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Robin van Cruijsensimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 20 | €1.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 3 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Anouar Ait El Hadjsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 24 | €4.5m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 88 | 83 |
| 7 | Hong Hyun-seoksimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 27 | €2.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Youssef Mazizsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 87 | 82 |
| 10 | Danel Sinanisimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €2.9m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Franco Cristaldosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 30 | €3.6m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Ryotaro Itosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 28 | €5.8m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daniel Johnson
≈ 100% Daniel Johnson · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Daniel Johnson · strong: Key passes, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Daniel Johnson · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Daniel Johnson?
By Doppel's fit score, Simone Pontisso (Catanzaro) is the closest profile to Daniel Johnson, with a 81/100 overall match. Robin van Cruijsen and Görkem Sağlam are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Daniel Johnson?
Yes. Görkem Sağlam (Hatayspor) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Daniel Johnson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Daniel Johnson's 2025/26 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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