Who should replace James Garner?
CM/CDMEverton · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJames Garner's profile ↗
James Garner is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Everton in the Premier League, having made 38 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 7 assists. For those seeking the best replacement for Garner, Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace stands out with a fit score of 85/100, followed closely by Youri Tielemans at Manchester United with a fit score of 82/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elliot Andersonsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 24 | €100m | 95 | 81 |
| 2 | Youri Tielemanssimilar↗ | Manchester United | 29 | €43m | 95 | 82 |
| 3 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Declan Ricesimilar↗ | Arsenal | 27 | €114m | 93 | 80 |
| 5 | Tom Bischofsimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 21 | €39m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Conor Gallaghersimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 26 | €31m | 93 | 81 |
| 7 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 33 | €3.6m | 92 | 82 |
| 8 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 91 | 81 |
| 9 | Ryan Christiesimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 31 | €8.6m | 91 | 80 |
| 10 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Yasin Ayarisimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | €36m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 91 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match James Garner
≈ 100% James Garner · strong: Duels won, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Touches /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% James Garner · strong: Big chances created, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating, Touches /90
≈ 100% James Garner · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for James Garner?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Elliot Anderson (Manchester City) does the closest job to James Garner, at 95/100 on profile. Youri Tielemans and Adam Wharton follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace James Garner?
Yes — Ross Barkley (Aston Villa) plays a similar central midfielder role at roughly €3.6m, a 82/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for James Garner?
Doppel learns James Garner'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.
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