Players like Niklas Vesterlund
RB/RMFC Utrecht · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNiklas Vesterlund's profile ↗
The players most similar to Niklas Vesterlund are Adrien Pinot, Rayyan Baniya, Jannis Heuer. Doppel rates Adrien Pinot (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Arvid Brorsson scores 80/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Niklas Vesterlund profiles as a robust defensive right-back, excelling in aerial duels and clearances, showcasing his ability to dominate in the air and contribute defensively. Despite his lower rankings in dribbling and passing, he remains a reliable presence when fit, though his injury history raises concerns about his durability. With a Sofascore rating that places him in the bottom tier of his peers, consistency and reliability will be key for Vesterlund to elevate his performance and impact on the pitch.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances, Aerial duels won. Availability: 34 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Niklas Vesterlund
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adrien Pinotsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 25 | €500k | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Rayyan Baniyasimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 27 | €1.0m | 93 | 79 |
| 3 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Brynjar Ingi Bjarnasonsimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 27 | €500k | 92 | 78 |
| 5 | Arvid Brorssonsimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €400k | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Alvaro Mantillasimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 26 | €1.2m | 91 | 79 |
| 7 | Jan Elvedisimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 30 | €700k | 91 | 78 |
| 8 | Ilario Monterisisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €2.7m | 91 | 80 |
| 9 | Juan Gutiérrezsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 26 | €800k | 91 | 80 |
| 10 | Pepe Sánchezsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 26 | €600k | 91 | 80 |
| 11 | Rasmus Wikströmsimilar↗ | IF Elfsborg | 25 | €1.2m | 91 | 78 |
| 12 | Wes Hardingsimilar↗ | Millwall | 30 | €800k | 90 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Niklas Vesterlund
≈ 100% Niklas Vesterlund · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Niklas Vesterlund · strong: Clearances, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Niklas Vesterlund · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Niklas Vesterlund?
Statistically, Adrien Pinot (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) is the closest look-alike to Niklas Vesterlund — a 82/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Niklas Vesterlund?
By Doppel's fit score, Adrien Pinot (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) is the closest profile to Niklas Vesterlund, with a 82/100 overall match. Rayyan Baniya and Jannis Heuer are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Niklas Vesterlund?
Yes. Arvid Brorsson (Monza) plays a similar right back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Niklas Vesterlund?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Niklas Vesterlund's 2025/26 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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