Players like Mikael Ellertsson
LM/CMGenoa · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMikael Ellertsson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mikael Ellertsson are Mael Corboz, Thijs Oosting, Louis Mouton. Doppel rates Mael Corboz (Arminia Bielefeld) a 82/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mael Corboz scores 82/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Mikael Ellertsson is a versatile left midfielder who has struggled to make a significant impact in Serie A, reflected in his bottom 5% Sofascore rating among peers. While he offers durability with only one game missed in three seasons, his contributions in terms of goals and assists are minimal, and he lacks standout strengths in key metrics. Aerial duels and long ball accuracy are areas of concern, limiting his effectiveness in both offensive and defensive transitions.
Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mikael Ellertsson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mael Corbozsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 32 | €400k | 91 | 82 |
| 2 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 90 | 86 |
| 3 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Ji-sung Eomsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 24 | €1.7m | 88 | 85 |
| 5 | Habib Diarrasimilar↗ | Sunderland | 22 | €37m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Justin Kumisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.3m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Rihito Yamamotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €7.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Harvey Valesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €3.9m | 87 | 83 |
| 11 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €300k | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mikael Ellertsson
≈ 100% Mikael Ellertsson · strong: Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90
≈ 100% Mikael Ellertsson · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Mikael Ellertsson · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Mikael Ellertsson?
Statistically, Mael Corboz (Arminia Bielefeld) is the closest look-alike to Mikael Ellertsson — a 82/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Mikael Ellertsson?
By Doppel's fit score, Mael Corboz (Arminia Bielefeld) is the closest profile to Mikael Ellertsson, with a 82/100 overall match. Thijs Oosting and Louis Mouton are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mikael Ellertsson?
Yes. Mael Corboz (Arminia Bielefeld) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mikael Ellertsson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mikael Ellertsson's 2025/26 season, then ranks left midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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