Who should replace Maximilian Eggestein?
CM/CDMSC Freiburg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMaximilian Eggestein's profile ↗
Maximilian Eggestein is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for SC Freiburg in the Bundesliga, with 34 appearances, 3 goals, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those searching for the best replacement for Eggestein, Jan Schöppner from 1. FC Heidenheim offers a strong tactical fit with a score of 83/100. Other notable options include Melle Meulensteen from Go Ahead Eagles and Samú Costa from Mallorca, both of whom also provide suitable alternatives.
Building your XI? Put Maximilian Eggestein in a lineup and get the whole team rated on real data.Build a lineup →Best replacements for Maximilian Eggestein
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 95 | 81 |
| 2 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Pape Gueyesimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €39m | 93 | 81 |
| 5 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 93 | 81 |
| 6 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 93 | 81 |
| 7 | Leandro Barreirosimilar↗ | Benfica | 26 | €17m | 93 | 80 |
| 8 | Yangel Herrerasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 28 | €5.6m | 93 | 81 |
| 9 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 92 | 82 |
| 10 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 92 | 82 |
| 11 | Nathan-Dylan Salibasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 22 | €9.2m | 92 | 81 |
| 12 | Joelintonsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 30 | €27m | 92 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Maximilian Eggestein
≈ 100% Maximilian Eggestein · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Maximilian Eggestein · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Maximilian Eggestein · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Maximilian Eggestein?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Samú Costa (Mallorca) does the closest job to Maximilian Eggestein, at 95/100 on profile. Melle Meulensteen and Jan Schöppner follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Maximilian Eggestein?
Yes — Melle Meulensteen (Go Ahead Eagles) plays a similar central midfielder role at roughly €2.4m, a 82/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Maximilian Eggestein?
Doppel learns Maximilian Eggestein's role profile from his 2025/26 season and ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they do the same job, adjusted for league strength.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →