Players like Oliver Abildgaard
CM/CDM/CBSampdoria · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitOliver Abildgaard's profile ↗
The players most similar to Oliver Abildgaard are Lloyd Jones, Matthew Pollock, Petko Hristov. Doppel rates Lloyd Jones (Charlton Athletic) a 81/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Juhani Pikkarainen scores 80/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Oliver Abildgaard is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and physical battles, making him a formidable presence in the heart of the pitch. With a Sofascore rating in the top 43% of his positional peers, he demonstrates commendable reliability, having missed only 15 matches over the last three seasons. His ability to dominate aerial contests and contribute defensively through clearances showcases his strengths, though he could improve his passing accuracy in the final third to enhance his overall impact.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %, Duels won. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Oliver Abildgaard
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 95 | 81 |
| 2 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 94 | 80 |
| 3 | Petko Hristovsimilar↗ | Spezia | 27 | €1.5m | 93 | 80 |
| 4 | Juhani Pikkarainensimilar↗ | Degerfors IF | 28 | €600k | 93 | 80 |
| 5 | Victor Erikssonsimilar↗ | Hammarby IF | 26 | €2.9m | 92 | 79 |
| 6 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 92 | 83 |
| 7 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 92 | 80 |
| 8 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 92 | 82 |
| 9 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 92 | 83 |
| 10 | Ilario Monterisisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €2.7m | 92 | 81 |
| 11 | Lukas Frenkertsimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 26 | €900k | 92 | 80 |
| 12 | Nicola Pietrangelisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 26 | €1.2m | 92 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Oliver Abildgaard
≈ 100% Oliver Abildgaard · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Oliver Abildgaard · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Oliver Abildgaard · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Oliver Abildgaard?
Statistically, Lloyd Jones (Charlton Athletic) is the closest look-alike to Oliver Abildgaard — a 81/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Oliver Abildgaard?
By Doppel's fit score, Lloyd Jones (Charlton Athletic) is the closest profile to Oliver Abildgaard, with a 81/100 overall match. Matthew Pollock and Petko Hristov are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Oliver Abildgaard?
Yes. Juhani Pikkarainen (Degerfors IF) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Oliver Abildgaard?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Oliver Abildgaard's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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