Players like Josh Eccles
CM/CDMCoventry City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosh Eccles's profile ↗
The players most similar to Josh Eccles are Arno Verschueren, Rolando Mandragora, Jae-sung Lee. Doppel rates Arno Verschueren (FC Twente) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Arno Verschueren scores 87/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Josh Eccles is a versatile central midfielder with a strong defensive presence and playmaking ability. His top 22% Sofascore rating among peers highlights his quality, bolstered by exceptional crossing and key passing metrics, making him a reliable creator in the final third. With a robust defensive work rate reflected in his tackles and interceptions, Eccles is also remarkably durable, having missed no games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Key passes, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Josh Eccles
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | FC Twente | 29 | €700k | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €8.6m | 94 | 84 |
| 3 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Jens Stagesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 30 | €14m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Christoph Baumgartnersimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 27 | €42m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 93 | 90 |
| 7 | Lewis Fergusonsimilar↗ | Bologna | 27 | €13m | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Christantus Uchesimilar↗ | Getafe | 23 | €13m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Justin Lonwijksimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €800k | 92 | 85 |
| 10 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 31 | €1.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 91 | 87 |
| 12 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Josh Eccles
≈ 100% Josh Eccles · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
≈ 100% Josh Eccles · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Josh Eccles · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Josh Eccles?
Statistically, Arno Verschueren (FC Twente) is the closest look-alike to Josh Eccles — a 87/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Josh Eccles?
By Doppel's fit score, Arno Verschueren (FC Twente) is the closest profile to Josh Eccles, with a 87/100 overall match. Rolando Mandragora and Jae-sung Lee are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Josh Eccles?
Yes. Arno Verschueren (FC Twente) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 87/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Josh Eccles?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Josh Eccles'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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