Players like Otso Liimatta
CMHalmstads BK · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitOtso Liimatta's profile ↗
The players most similar to Otso Liimatta are Rafael Lubach, Håkon Evjen, Sonny Carey. Doppel rates Rafael Lubach (1. FC Nürnberg) a 86/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Justin Kumi scores 83/100 at about €1.3m. Data as of October 2026.
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Otso Liimatta is an attacking-minded central midfielder with a knack for finding the back of the net, evidenced by his impressive non-penalty goal scoring. While his overall quality sits in the lower third of his positional peers, his durability is a standout trait, having missed no games in the last three seasons. However, he may need to enhance his aerial presence to fully round out his game in midfield battles.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
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 | Kacper Kozłowskisimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 23 | €5.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Isaac Pricesimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 23 | €13m | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Justin Kumisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 90 | 86 |
| 8 | Laurin Ulrichsimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 21 | €3.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Efkan Bekiroğlusimilar↗ | Göztepe | 31 | €1.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Luis Hasasimilar↗ | Carrarese | 22 | €4.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · 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 closest look-alike to Otso Liimatta?
Statistically, Rafael Lubach (1. FC Nürnberg) is the closest look-alike to Otso Liimatta — a 86/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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. Justin Kumi (US Avellino 1912) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €1.3m.
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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