Players like Torbjørn Heggem
CB/LBWest Bromwich Albion · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitTorbjørn Heggem's profile ↗
The players most similar to Torbjørn Heggem are José Copete, Rio Hillen, Kevin Diks. Doppel rates José Copete (Valencia) a 80/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Josue Escartin scores 80/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Torbjørn Heggem is a robust positional defender excelling in aerial battles and clearances, making him a reliable presence at the back. With a Sofascore rating in the top 31% of his peers, he demonstrates strong defensive capabilities, complemented by impressive durability—missing only five games in three seasons. While his passing metrics suggest he may not be a primary ball distributor, his defensive prowess ensures he remains a critical asset for West Bromwich Albion.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Torbjørn Heggem
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | José Copetesimilar↗ | Valencia | 27 | €4.5m | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Kevin Dikssimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €4.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 4 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Ahmetcan Kaplansimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €6.5m | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Abdelhamid Ait Boudlalsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 20 | €13m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Nicolás Valentinisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 25 | €3.1m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Brayan Medinasimilar↗ | Tondela | 24 | €2.7m | 86 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Torbjørn Heggem
≈ 100% Torbjørn Heggem · strong: Clearances, Touches · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Touches /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Torbjørn Heggem · strong: Duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Torbjørn Heggem · strong: xG + xA, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Touches /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Torbjørn Heggem?
By Doppel's fit score, José Copete (Valencia) is the closest profile to Torbjørn Heggem, with a 80/100 overall match. Rio Hillen and Kevin Diks are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Torbjørn Heggem?
Yes. Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Torbjørn Heggem?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Torbjørn Heggem's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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