Hjalmar Ekdal — stats, profile & similar players (2026)
centre back · FC Groningen · NED-Eredivisie · age 28 · €4.7m
Hjalmar Ekdal is a robust, defensive stalwart, excelling in aerial duels and clearances, making him a formidable presence in the heart of defense. His Sofascore rating places him in the bottom tier of his positional peers, indicating room for improvement, but his ability to dominate physically remains a key asset. However, his injury history raises concerns about his reliability, having missed significant time over the past three seasons, which could hinder his contributions to the team.
Strengths
- Clearances /90
- Aerial duels won /90
- Duels won /90
Weaknesses
- Possession won in att. third /90
- xG + xA /90
- Accurate crosses /90
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- What position does Hjalmar Ekdal play?
- Hjalmar Ekdal plays as a centre back for FC Groningen in the NED-Eredivisie.
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- Hjalmar Ekdal's market value is €4.7m.
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