Players like Otso Liimatta
CMHalmstads BK · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitOtso Liimatta's profile ↗
Otso Liimatta is a central midfielder for Halmstads BK in the Allsvenskan, with 13 appearances in 2025, contributing 3 goals and 2 assists. Players similar to Liimatta include Rafael Lubach from 1. FC Nürnberg, who has a fit score of 86/100, and Håkon Evjen of Bodø/Glimt, with a fit score of 84/100. Both players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles, making them suitable alternatives.
About Otso Liimatta
Otso Liimatta is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder, showcasing an impressive ability to contribute offensively with three goals and two assists in just 13 appearances this season. His Sofascore rating places him in the top 33% of his peers, highlighting his overall quality. While aerial duels may not be his forte, his knack for finding the net makes him a valuable asset in the final third, and his durability is evident with minimal games missed.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals.
12 players most similar to Otso Liimatta
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Håkon Evjensimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 26 | €4.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Sonny Careysimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 25 | €4.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Isaac Pricesimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 23 | €13m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Kacper Kozłowskisimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 23 | €5.6m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Justin Kumisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 90 | 86 |
| 8 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Efkan Bekiroğlusimilar↗ | MKE Ankaragücü | 31 | €1.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Luis Hasasimilar↗ | Carrarese | 22 | €4.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Otso Liimatta
≈ 100% Otso Liimatta · strong: Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Otso Liimatta · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Otso Liimatta · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Otso Liimatta?
By Doppel's fit score, Rafael Lubach (1. FC Nürnberg) is the closest profile to Otso Liimatta, with a 86/100 overall match. Håkon Evjen and Sonny Carey are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Otso Liimatta?
Yes. Frederik Schmahl (SV 07 Elversberg) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Otso Liimatta?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Otso Liimatta's 2025 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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