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, excelling as a reliable ball-winner and playmaker. His top-tier metrics in accurate crosses and key passes highlight his ability to influence the game going forward, while his impressive tackle and interception stats demonstrate his effectiveness off the ball. With a Sofascore rating in the top 22% of his positional peers and a remarkable record of durability, Eccles stands out as a dependable and impactful presence in the midfield.
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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