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 (Sparta Rotterdam) 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 September 2026.
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Josh Eccles is a versatile central midfielder with a strong defensive edge, showcasing his ability to disrupt play while also contributing creatively. With a Sofascore rating in the top 22% of his positional peers, he's a reliable presence, evidenced by his impressive durability—missing no games in the past three seasons. Eccles excels in delivering accurate crosses and key passes, making him a dual threat in both defense and attack, while also being effective in tackles and interceptions.
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↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 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 | Kai Havertzsimilar↗ | Arsenal | 27 | €53m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Christantus Uchesimilar↗ | Getafe | 23 | €13m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Justin Lonwijksimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €800k | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 12 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 91 | 87 |
* 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 best replacement for Josh Eccles?
By Doppel's fit score, Arno Verschueren (Sparta Rotterdam) 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 (Sparta Rotterdam) 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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