Players like Dan Neil
CM/CDMRangers · 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 September 2026.
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Dan Neil is a dynamic central midfielder known for his strong dribbling ability and clinical finishing, making him a valuable asset in transition and attacking phases. With a Sofascore rating in the top 47% of his positional peers, he consistently contributes to his team's play, evidenced by his impressive 44 appearances this season. While his creative metrics could see improvement, his durability is a standout feature, having missed only three games in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability on the pitch.
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↗ | Hellas Verona | 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↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 84 | 77 |
| 12 | Gerard Gumbausimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 32 | €1.2m | 84 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · 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.
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