Players like Mikkel Desler
RBToulouse · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitMikkel Desler's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mikkel Desler are Ethan Galbraith, Vanderson, Lorenz Assignon. Doppel rates Ethan Galbraith (Swansea City) a 85/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ethan Galbraith scores 85/100 at about €2.6m. Data as of October 2026.
Building your XI? Put Mikkel Desler in a lineup and get the whole team rated on real data.Build a lineup →About Mikkel Desler
Mikkel Desler is a dynamic right-back known for his attacking contributions and strong presence in the final third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 30% of his positional peers, he excels at accurate passing and winning possession high up the pitch, making him a valuable asset for creating scoring opportunities. While his finishing leaves room for improvement, his ability to drive play forward and his consistent performances, despite a history of injuries, showcase his reliability and impact on the game.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Possession won in att. third, Shots. Availability: 31 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mikkel Desler
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ethan Galbraithsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 25 | €2.6m | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | Vandersonsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 25 | €17m | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Lorenz Assignonsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 26 | €8.7m | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Jayden Boglesimilar↗ | Leeds United | 26 | €16m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Benjamin Henrichssimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 29 | €7.6m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Jurriën Timbersimilar↗ | Arsenal | 25 | €73m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | William Furtadosimilar↗ | Cruzeiro | 31 | €2.7m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Dodôsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 28 | €17m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Julian Ryersonsimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 29 | €24m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Robert-Jan Vanwesemaelsimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €3.2m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Rasmus Kristensensimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 29 | €11m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Arthursimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 23 | €7.4m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mikkel Desler
≈ 100% Mikkel Desler · strong: Shots, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Mikkel Desler · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Mikkel Desler · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Mikkel Desler?
Statistically, Ethan Galbraith (Swansea City) is the closest look-alike to Mikkel Desler — a 85/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Mikkel Desler?
By Doppel's fit score, Ethan Galbraith (Swansea City) is the closest profile to Mikkel Desler, with a 85/100 overall match. Vanderson and Lorenz Assignon are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mikkel Desler?
Yes. Ethan Galbraith (Swansea City) plays a similar right back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €2.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mikkel Desler?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mikkel Desler's 2023/24 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →