Players like Niklas Pyyhtiä
CM/CDMModena · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNiklas Pyyhtiä's profile ↗
Niklas Pyyhtiä is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Modena in Serie B, with 28 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Pyyhtiä include Clint Leemans from NAC Breda, who has a fit score of 82, and Jon Ander Olasagasti from Levante UD, with a fit score of 83. For those seeking alternatives, Mathis Servais of KV Mechelen and Görkem Sağlam of Hatayspor also present comparable profiles, with fit scores of 82 and 85, respectively.
About Niklas Pyyhtiä
Niklas Pyyhtiä is a combative defensive midfielder with a knack for winning aerial duels, showcasing his strength in physical battles. While his overall Sofascore rating places him in the bottom tier of his positional peers, his ability to dominate the air is notable, ranking in the top 22% for aerial duels won. Though he struggles with touches and passing accuracy in the final third, his reliability is evident with just 17 games missed over the last three seasons, making him a dependable option in midfield.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won. Availability: 17 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Niklas Pyyhtiä
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 90 | 82 |
| 2 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 89 | 83 |
| 3 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Ramzi Safourisimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 31 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Ryoya Morishitasimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €2.1m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Niklas Pyyhtiä
≈ 100% Niklas Pyyhtiä · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Niklas Pyyhtiä · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Niklas Pyyhtiä · strong: Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Niklas Pyyhtiä?
By Doppel's fit score, Clint Leemans (NAC Breda) is the closest profile to Niklas Pyyhtiä, with a 82/100 overall match. Jon Ander Olasagasti and Mathis Servais are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Niklas Pyyhtiä?
Yes. Clint Leemans (NAC Breda) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Niklas Pyyhtiä?
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