Players like Thore Jacobsen
CM/CDMSV 07 Elversberg · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitThore Jacobsen's profile ↗
Thore Jacobsen is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for SV 07 Elversberg in the 2. Bundesliga, with 30 appearances, 3 goals, and 2 assists this season. Players similar to Jacobsen include Lewis O'Brien from Wrexham, who has a fit score of 81/100, and Thomas Van den Keybus of KVC Westerlo, with a fit score of 82/100. Both players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles, making them suitable alternatives for teams seeking midfield depth.
About Thore Jacobsen
Thore Jacobsen embodies the archetype of a creative deep-lying playmaker, contributing significantly to chance creation while operating from a deeper midfield role. Despite his overall quality ranking in the bottom 34% of his positional peers, he stands out with his ability to generate big chances, showcasing his vision and passing intelligence. With impressive durability, missing only three games in the last three seasons, he remains a reliable presence in the midfield, though his final-third accuracy and duels won could use improvement.
Strengths: Big chances created. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Thore Jacobsen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lewis O'Briensimilar↗ | Wrexham | 28 | €6.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 2 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Habib Diarrasimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €37m | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Noël Asékosimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 21 | €12m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Rihito Yamamotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €7.4m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thore Jacobsen
≈ 100% Thore Jacobsen · strong: Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Thore Jacobsen · strong: Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Thore Jacobsen · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Thore Jacobsen?
By Doppel's fit score, Lewis O'Brien (Wrexham) is the closest profile to Thore Jacobsen, with a 81/100 overall match. Thomas Van den Keybus and Lincoln are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thore Jacobsen?
Yes. Thomas Van den Keybus (KVC Westerlo) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Thore Jacobsen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Thore Jacobsen's 2023/24 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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