Players like Dan Neil
CM/CDMIpswich Town · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDan Neil's profile ↗
The players most similar to Dan Neil are Eric García, Roberto Gagliardini, Nacho Martín. Doppel rates Eric García (FC Barcelona) a 77/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gustavo Assunção scores 78/100 at about €800k. Data as of August 2026.
About Dan Neil
Dan Neil is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for driving play forward, exemplified by his strong dribbling ability and finishing touch. With a Sofascore rating in the top 42% of his peers, he showcases quality and reliability, missing just three games in the last three seasons. While his creativity in terms of assists may not stand out, his capacity to contribute goals and maintain possession makes him a valuable asset in the engine room.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Dan Neil
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Garcíasimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 25 | €39m | 90 | 77 |
| 2 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Monza | 32 | €1.2m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Nacho Martínsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 24 | €1.0m | 88 | 77 |
| 4 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 88 | 76 |
| 5 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 86 | 78 |
| 7 | Siebe Schrijverssimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 30 | €1.4m | 86 | 77 |
| 8 | Matteo Pessinasimilar↗ | Monza | 29 | €4.8m | 85 | 78 |
| 9 | Nicolas Madsensimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 26 | €5.2m | 84 | 77 |
| 10 | Jackson Irvinesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 33 | €1.1m | 84 | 77 |
| 11 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 84 | 77 |
| 12 | Gerard Gumbausimilar↗ | Granada | 32 | €1.2m | 84 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dan Neil
≈ 100% Dan Neil · strong: Touches, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Dan Neil · strong: Touches, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Dan Neil · strong: Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Dan Neil?
By Doppel's fit score, Eric García (FC Barcelona) is the closest profile to Dan Neil, with a 77/100 overall match. Roberto Gagliardini and Nacho Martín are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Dan Neil?
Yes. Gustavo Assunção (AVS - Futebol SAD) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Dan Neil?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Dan Neil'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.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →