Players like Mikkel Damsgaard
CAM/CMBrentford · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMikkel Damsgaard's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mikkel Damsgaard are Douglas Luiz, Nico Paz, Joey Veerman. Doppel rates Douglas Luiz (Juventus) a 85/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Giovani Lo Celso scores 84/100 at about €7.8m. Data as of October 2026.
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Mikkel Damsgaard is a dynamic attacking midfielder, showcasing exceptional creativity and technical prowess. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9% of his peers, he excels in possession won in the attacking third and generating big chances, making him a vital playmaker for Brentford. While he may struggle in aerial duels, his ability to create key passes and successful dribbles highlights his attacking threat. Despite some injury concerns, his impact when fit is undeniable.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created, Key passes. Availability: 21 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mikkel Damsgaard
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €19m | 95 | 85 |
| 2 | Nico Pazsimilar↗ | Como | 22 | €86m | 95 | 86 |
| 3 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 95 | 85 |
| 4 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 94 | 85 |
| 5 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €27m | 94 | 85 |
| 6 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 94 | 88 |
| 7 | Harvey Elliottsimilar↗ | Valencia | 23 | €21m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Senny Mayulusimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | €38m | 93 | 85 |
| 10 | Bruno Fernandessimilar↗ | Manchester United | 32 | €32m | 93 | 83 |
| 11 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 12 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mikkel Damsgaard
≈ 100% Mikkel Damsgaard · strong: Touches, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Mikkel Damsgaard · strong: Shots, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Mikkel Damsgaard · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Mikkel Damsgaard?
Statistically, Douglas Luiz (Juventus) is the closest look-alike to Mikkel Damsgaard — a 85/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Mikkel Damsgaard?
By Doppel's fit score, Douglas Luiz (Juventus) is the closest profile to Mikkel Damsgaard, with a 85/100 overall match. Nico Paz and Joey Veerman are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mikkel Damsgaard?
Yes. Giovani Lo Celso (Real Betis) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €7.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mikkel Damsgaard?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mikkel Damsgaard's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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