Markus Karlsson — stats, profile & similar players (2026)
central midfielder · Hammarby IF · SWE-Allsvenskan · age 22 · €7.5m
Markus Karlsson is a dynamic deep-lying playmaker who excels at orchestrating attacks from midfield. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9% of his peers, he demonstrates exceptional passing accuracy, particularly in the final third, making him a key asset in creating goal-scoring opportunities. His durability stands out as he has missed no games in the past three seasons, showcasing his reliability in the engine room. While not dominant in aerial duels, his strengths far outweigh this limitation, solidifying his status as a top talent.
Strengths
- Sofascore rating
- Accurate final-third passes /90
Weaknesses
- Aerial duels won /90
- Accurate long balls /90
- Duels won /90
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FAQ
- Who is most similar to Markus Karlsson?
- The players most statistically similar to Markus Karlsson (central midfielder) are Sergio Ortuño, Max Bird, Luke Cundle, ranked by Doppel on real per-season data.
- What position does Markus Karlsson play?
- Markus Karlsson plays as a central midfielder for Hammarby IF in the SWE-Allsvenskan.
- What is Markus Karlsson's market value?
- Markus Karlsson's market value is €7.5m.
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