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FOOTBALL MANAGER 26 · PLAYER COMPARISON

Ellyes Skhiri vs Lewis Cook

Compare broad role fit, playing style and development outlook. Exact in-game attributes are not reproduced.

Ellyes Skhiri

Tunisia flagEintracht Frankfurt · Tunisia

Ellyes Skhiri

DMFM26 age 30Defender
Defensive Midfielder · Support
VS
Lewis Cook

England flagAFC Bournemouth · England

Lewis Cook

DMFM26 age 28Defender
Defensive Midfielder · Support

CURRENT READINESS

Immediate contribution

The two profiles sit in the same broad current-level band, so tactical role and squad context should drive the decision.

DEVELOPMENT OUTLOOK

Long-term planning

Their development outlook is in the same qualitative band, with Lewis Cook the younger option at the FM26 launch snapshot.

QUALITATIVE COMPARISON

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CategoryEllyes SkhiriLewis Cook
PositionDMDM
FM26 launch age3028
ClubEintracht FrankfurtAFC Bournemouth
CountryTunisiaEngland
Role profileDefenderDefender
Playing styleConnects both sides of the team with disciplined positioning, supporting build-up without leaving transition space unprotected.Connects both sides of the team with disciplined positioning, supporting build-up without leaving transition space unprotected.
Technical bandGoodGood
Physical bandVery goodVery good
Mental bandVery goodVery good
Current levelGoodGood
PotentialVery goodVery good
Suggested FM26 roleDefensive Midfielder · SupportDefensive Midfielder · Support
Primary systemCompact block / controlled riskCompact block / controlled risk

CHOOSE FOR THIS ROLE

Ellyes Skhiri

Defensive Midfielder · Support

Use as an Anchor or Defensive Midfielder on defend at the base of a 4-3-3. Allow the number eights to advance while preserving central protection and second-ball control.

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CHOOSE FOR THIS ROLE

Lewis Cook

Defensive Midfielder · Support

Use as an Anchor or Defensive Midfielder on defend at the base of a 4-3-3. Allow the number eights to advance while preserving central protection and second-ball control.

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FM26 COMPARISON FAQ

Before choosing a player

Who is the better FM26 signing: Ellyes Skhiri or Lewis Cook?

There is no universal winner. Compare their role profile, current readiness, development outlook and fit with your tactical structure before choosing.

Does this comparison use exact Football Manager 26 attributes?

No. SquadCompass uses original qualitative bands and editorial role analysis rather than reproducing exact in-game attributes.