Players like Joe Rankin-Costello
RB/CMCharlton Athletic · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoe Rankin-Costello's profile ↗
Joe Rankin-Costello is a right-back/central midfielder for Charlton Athletic in the Championship, with 23 appearances and 2 goals in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Rankin-Costello include Deian Sorescu from Gaziantep FK, who has a fit score of 88/100, and Frederik Schmahl from SV 07 Elversberg, with a fit score of 87/100. These players share a comparable role and statistical profile.
About Joe Rankin-Costello
Joe Rankin-Costello is a dynamic right-back with the versatility to influence play from central midfield, showcasing a box-to-box engine. His impressive shooting and goal contributions, alongside strong involvement in the attacking third, highlight his ability to create big chances and maintain possession effectively. With a Sofascore rating in the top 40% of his peers and an impeccable availability record, he is a reliable asset for any team looking to enhance their attacking flair from the back.
Strengths: Shots, xG + xA, Possession won in att. third. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Joe Rankin-Costello
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deian Sorescusimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.6m | 94 | 88 |
| 2 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 93 | 87 |
| 3 | Jonas Therkelsensimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 23 | €2.7m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 92 | 88 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 92 | 88 |
| 6 | Christantus Uchesimilar↗ | Getafe | 23 | €13m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Jens Hjertø-Dahlsimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 21 | €9.6m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 9 | Ryoya Morishitasimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €2.1m | 92 | 86 |
| 10 | Husseyn Chakrounsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 22 | €1.7m | 92 | 87 |
| 11 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 91 | 87 |
| 12 | Gaetano Oristaniosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €4.5m | 91 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joe Rankin-Costello
≈ 100% Joe Rankin-Costello · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Joe Rankin-Costello · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Joe Rankin-Costello · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Joe Rankin-Costello?
By Doppel's fit score, Deian Sorescu (Gaziantep FK) is the closest profile to Joe Rankin-Costello, with a 88/100 overall match. Frederik Schmahl and Jonas Therkelsen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Joe Rankin-Costello?
Yes. Frederik Schmahl (SV 07 Elversberg) plays a similar right back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €800k.
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