Players like Mikkel Kirkeskov
LBPreußen Münster · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMikkel Kirkeskov's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mikkel Kirkeskov are Oliver Zandén, Kai Wagner, Bryan Goncalves. Doppel rates Oliver Zandén (IF Brommapojkarna) a 81/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Callum Elder scores 81/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Mikkel Kirkeskov is a dependable left-back known for his defensive reliability rather than offensive contributions. While he showcases durability with minimal missed games, his overall quality sits in the bottom 50% of his positional peers, indicating a lack of standout strengths. His game is characterized by solid defensive work, but he struggles to make an impact going forward, reflected in low metrics for shots and dribbles.
Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mikkel Kirkeskov
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oliver Zandénsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Kai Wagnersimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €2.1m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 23 | €900k | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Giuseppe Pezzellasimilar↗ | Cremonese | 29 | €2.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | John Tolkinsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €2.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Callum Eldersimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €400k | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Ryan Gilessimilar↗ | Hull City | 26 | €11m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Vasilios Zagaritissimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 25 | €3.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Emanuele Valerisimilar↗ | Parma | 28 | €2.9m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mikkel Kirkeskov
≈ 100% Mikkel Kirkeskov · strong: Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Mikkel Kirkeskov · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Mikkel Kirkeskov · strong: Accurate long balls, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Mikkel Kirkeskov?
Statistically, Oliver Zandén (IF Brommapojkarna) is the closest look-alike to Mikkel Kirkeskov — a 81/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Mikkel Kirkeskov?
By Doppel's fit score, Oliver Zandén (IF Brommapojkarna) is the closest profile to Mikkel Kirkeskov, with a 81/100 overall match. Kai Wagner and Bryan Goncalves are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mikkel Kirkeskov?
Yes. Callum Elder (Derby County) plays a similar left back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mikkel Kirkeskov?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mikkel Kirkeskov's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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