Players like Birkir Bjarnason
CAM/CMBrescia · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitBirkir Bjarnason's profile ↗
The players most similar to Birkir Bjarnason are Kuryu Matsuki, Danijel Aleksić, Daan Heymans. Doppel rates Kuryu Matsuki (Southampton) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danijel Aleksić scores 83/100 at about €200k. Data as of July 2026.
About Birkir Bjarnason
Birkir Bjarnason showcases the traits of a seasoned attacking midfielder, leveraging his experience to contribute effectively in the final third. Despite his Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom third of his positional peers, he stands out with a strong ability to score non-penalty goals and create big chances, demonstrating his knack for finding the net and making impactful plays. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Birkir Bjarnason
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kuryu Matsukisimilar↗ | Southampton | 23 | €2.8m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Daan Heymanssimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 27 | €6.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Thomas Robinetsimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 30 | €800k | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Jens Stagesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 30 | €14m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Tommaso Rubinosimilar↗ | Carrarese | 20 | €2.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Dany Motasimilar↗ | Monza | 28 | €3.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Omri Gandelmansimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Fraser Hornbysimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 27 | €4.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Taliscasimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 32 | €7.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Thibo Somerssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 27 | €2.9m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Birkir Bjarnason
≈ 100% Birkir Bjarnason · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Birkir Bjarnason · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Birkir Bjarnason · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Birkir Bjarnason?
By Doppel's fit score, Kuryu Matsuki (Southampton) is the closest profile to Birkir Bjarnason, with a 82/100 overall match. Danijel Aleksić and Daan Heymans are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Birkir Bjarnason?
Yes. Danijel Aleksić (Konyaspor) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Birkir Bjarnason?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Birkir Bjarnason's 2024/25 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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