Players like Morten Hjulmand
CM/CDMSporting CP · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMorten Hjulmand's profile ↗
The players most similar to Morten Hjulmand are Corentin Tolisso, Leon Goretzka, Hakan Çalhanoğlu. Doppel rates Corentin Tolisso (Olympique Lyonnais) a 81/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Hans Vanaken scores 81/100 at about €4.8m. Data as of September 2026.
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Morten Hjulmand is a tenacious defensive midfielder with a knack for winning aerial duels and regaining possession in the attacking third. Ranked in the top 8% of his positional peers, he combines physical prowess with an ability to deliver precise passes in the final third, making him a key asset for Sporting CP. With only eight games missed in three seasons, he’s a durable and reliable presence in midfield, though he could improve his dribbling to further enhance his influence on the ball.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third, Sofascore rating. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Morten Hjulmand
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Corentin Tolissosimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 32 | €11m | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 28 | €19m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Hans Vanakensimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 34 | €4.8m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Lewis Fergusonsimilar↗ | Bologna | 27 | €13m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Kai Havertzsimilar↗ | Arsenal | 27 | €53m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Morten Hjulmand
≈ 100% Morten Hjulmand · strong: Possession won in att. third, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Morten Hjulmand · strong: Sofascore rating, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Touches /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Morten Hjulmand · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Morten Hjulmand?
By Doppel's fit score, Corentin Tolisso (Olympique Lyonnais) is the closest profile to Morten Hjulmand, with a 81/100 overall match. Leon Goretzka and Hakan Çalhanoğlu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Morten Hjulmand?
Yes. Hans Vanaken (Club Brugge KV) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €4.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Morten Hjulmand?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Morten Hjulmand's 2025/26 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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