Players like Ben Whiteman
CDM/CMPreston North End · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBen Whiteman's profile ↗
Ben Whiteman is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Preston North End in the Championship, having made 43 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Whiteman include Nicolas Madsen from Queens Park Rangers, with a fit score of 83/100, and Kartal Kayra Yılmaz of Kayserispor, who has a fit score of 84/100. Both players share a comparable role and statistical profile, making them potential alternatives for teams seeking similar attributes.
About Ben Whiteman
Ben Whiteman is a commanding defensive midfielder, excelling in disrupting opposition play and providing stability in midfield. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 11% of his peers, he showcases exceptional ability in clearances and accurate long balls, making him a reliable presence in both defensive duties and initiating attacks. His durability is notable, having missed just six games over the past three seasons, underscoring his reliability as a key asset for Preston North End.
Strengths: Clearances, Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ben Whiteman
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nicolas Madsensimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 26 | €5.2m | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €800k | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Lecce | 30 | €900k | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 90 | 81 |
| 11 | Jakub Kałuzińskisimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 24 | €2.3m | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 29 | €8.6m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ben Whiteman
≈ 100% Ben Whiteman · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Ben Whiteman · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Ben Whiteman · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ben Whiteman?
By Doppel's fit score, Nicolas Madsen (Queens Park Rangers) is the closest profile to Ben Whiteman, with a 83/100 overall match. Kartal Kayra Yılmaz and Doğucan Haspolat are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ben Whiteman?
Yes. Clint Leemans (NAC Breda) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ben Whiteman?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ben Whiteman's 2025/26 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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